The S&P 500 advanced 0.5% on Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, carrying over good feelings about the economy and talk of interest rate cuts from last week.  ( 1 min )

As the homebuilder sentiment index moved higher for the first time in four months, mortgage lenders forecast improved sales for existing and new homes in 2024.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities were up at midday Monday, Dec.18, 2023 as oil industry stocks gained from a spike in oil prices amid supply concerns after an attack on a tanker in the Red Sea.  ( 1 min )

These two stocks and Bitcoin made notable moves. Here are important levels to monitor today.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures were up in premarket trading at the outset of the last full trading week of the year, while oil gained following shipping disruptions in the Red Sea.  ( 1 min )

U.S. Steel shares surged after it announced it would be purchased by Japan’s Nippon Steel in a $14.9 billion deal and shares of Chinese EV maker NIO jumped after it announced a $2.2 billion investment. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

Shares of Vans and North Face owner VF Corp. fell more than 7% Monday—here's why.  ( 1 min )

Nio Inc.'s shares rose Monday after the Chinese carmaker said it would receive a $2.2 billion cash infusion from investment firm CYVN, which is majority-owned by the Abu Dhabi government.  ( 1 min )

SunPower Corp. shares plummeted more than 30% Monday after the solar company warned that it could go out of business if creditors decide to demand immediate payment of its debt.  ( 1 min )

Adobe shares rose after the company announced it was calling off plans to acquire Figma in a $20 billion merger, citing regulatory hurdles.  ( 1 min )

Illumina has decided to end its controversial purchase of GRAIL, and will divest itself of the cancer diagnostic test maker.  ( 1 min )

U.S. Steel shares soared after Nippon Steel Corporation said it would buy the American steelmaker in a $14.9 billion deal.  ( 1 min )

IBM has agreed to pay $2.3 billion for Software AG's platforms, building on its cloud computing and AI capabilities.  ( 1 min )

Today's best CD rates are 5.76% from Dow Credit Union for 13 months, or 5.75% from either INOVA Federal Credit Union for 8 months or Forbright Bank for 9 months.  ( 20 min )

After a breakout year for artificial intelligence (AI) in 2023, experts say AI-fueled productivity increases could boost economic growth in 2024 and beyond.  ( 21 min )

Shares of Vans and North Face owner VF Corp. fell more than 7% Monday—here's why.  ( 18 min )

The S&P 500 advanced 0.5% on Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, carrying over good feelings about the economy and talk of interest rate cuts from last week.  ( 18 min )

CD rates have been edging lower now that the Fed's rate hikes are likely over. Yet five CDs from Wells Fargo, Marcus by Goldman Sachs, and Ally Bank have actually improved.  ( 18 min )

SunPower Corp. shares plummeted more than 30% Monday after the solar company warned that it could go out of business if creditors decide to demand immediate payment of its debt.  ( 19 min )

A tax code is a law imposing various taxes on real property, goods and services, transactions, or—most importantly in the United States—on annual income.  ( 27 min )

Risk-on risk-off is an investment setting in which price behavior responds to and is driven by changes in investor risk tolerance.  ( 22 min )

As the homebuilder sentiment index moved higher for the first time in four months, mortgage lenders forecast improved sales for existing and new homes in 2024.  ( 19 min )

Nio Inc.'s shares rose Monday after the Chinese carmaker said it would receive a $2.2 billion cash infusion from investment firm CYVN, which is majority-owned by the Abu Dhabi government.  ( 19 min )

Uniform distribution is a type of probability distribution in which all outcomes are equally likely. Learn how to calculate uniform distribution.  ( 24 min )

Here’s a list of tasks to check off before tax time, including taking required minimum distributions and contributing to your retirement accounts.  ( 30 min )

American and Canadian governments provide many of the same types of services for those in retirement, but subtle differences between the two exist.  ( 32 min )

Donchian channels are moving average indicators developed by Richard Donchian. They plot the highest high price and lowest low price of a security over a given period.  ( 30 min )

Apple shares fell on Monday after the company said it was halting U.S. sales of its Series 9 and Ultra 2 smartwatches over a patent dispute.  ( 19 min )

Financial education needs to serve readers of all backgrounds. We aspire for our content, staff, contributors, and partner organizations to further the financial empowerment of those from all ethnicities, genders, generations, sexual orientations, abilities, and socioeconomic backgrounds, particularly those who may be disadvantaged.  ( 13 min )

U.S. equities were up at midday Monday, Dec.18, 2023 as oil industry stocks gained from a spike in oil prices amid supply concerns after an attack on a tanker in the Red Sea.  ( 18 min )

Illumina has decided to end its controversial purchase of GRAIL, and will divest itself of the cancer diagnostic test maker.  ( 19 min )

A growth curve is a visual depiction of how something changes over time, where the x-axis represents time and the y-axis growth. Learn how they're used in business.  ( 24 min )

Absorption rate is the rate at which homes are sold during a set time. Rate of absorption in accounting helps calculate a firm’s overhead costs.  ( 28 min )

Unrelated business taxable income (UBTI) is income generated by a tax-exempt entity by means of taxable activities.  ( 24 min )

Adobe shares rose after the company announced it was calling off plans to acquire Figma in a $20 billion merger, citing regulatory hurdles.  ( 20 min )

Economics professor Linda M. Hooks shares critical advice for would-be borrowers contemplating taking out a personal loan.  ( 25 min )

Rates on 30-year loans have plummeted almost four-tenths of a point in two days—down to their cheapest level since May—and 15-year rates have sunk more than half a point.  ( 20 min )

A stretch loan is a form of financing for an individual or a business that's intended to cover a short-term gap in the borrower's income. It can be convenient but also costly.  ( 23 min )

A zero-coupon bond does not pay coupons or interest payments like a typical bond does; instead, a zero-coupon holder receives the face value of the bond at maturity.  ( 22 min )

A displaced moving average (DMA) is a moving average (MA) that has been adjusted forward or back in time in an attempt to better analyze an asset.  ( 23 min )

A lawsuit settlement loan is a cash advance for an impending settlement or judgment. There can be pricey strings attached.  ( 24 min )

Liz Ann Sonders, the Chief Investment Strategist at Charles Schwab, tells us what to expect next year for the markets and the economy, and how investors should prepare.  ( 17 min )

Early exercise is the process of buying or selling shares under the terms of an options contract before the expiration date of that option.  ( 21 min )

IBM has agreed to pay $2.3 billion for Software AG's platforms, building on its cloud computing and AI capabilities.  ( 18 min )

U.S. Steel shares soared after Nippon Steel Corporation said it would buy the American steelmaker in a $14.9 billion deal.  ( 19 min )

In the world of finance, an individual or entity is delinquent upon failure to make contractually obligated debt payments in a regular, timely manner.  ( 27 min )

The application process can take a bit of time and effort, but for those with good credit, personal loans can be an excellent source of funding.  ( 26 min )

These two stocks and Bitcoin made notable moves. Here are important levels to monitor today.  ( 20 min )

Momentum is the speed at which security prices change. It can be used in conjunction with other tools as an effective buy or sell indicator.  ( 23 min )

The degree of financial leverage (DFL) is a ratio that measures the sensitivity of a company’s earnings per share to fluctuations in its operating income, as a result of changes in its capital structure.  ( 23 min )

It is very important for every investor to learn how to calculate the bid-ask spread and consider this figure when making investment decisions.  ( 23 min )

U.S. Steel shares surged after it announced it would be purchased by Japan’s Nippon Steel in a $14.9 billion deal and shares of Chinese EV maker NIO jumped after it announced a $2.2 billion investment. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 20 min )

A conventional mortgage is a homebuyer’s loan made through a private lender. Compared to Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans, conventional loans tend to have higher interest rates.  ( 30 min )

A HomeReady mortgage is an FNMA program for creditworthy low-income borrowers, with a low down payment of 3%.  ( 22 min )

A non-conforming mortgage is a home loan that cannot be sold by a bank to Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac, usually because it is too large.  ( 22 min )

If you’re a first-time homebuyer, the options for borrowing can be exponential and potentially overwhelming. Here are some home financing basics.  ( 33 min )

A maximum loan amount describes the total that one is authorized to borrow. It is used for standard loans, credit cards, and line-of-credit accounts.  ( 22 min )

The conforming loan limit is the annually adjusted dollar cap on the size of a mortgage that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will purchase or guarantee.  ( 22 min )

Conventional mortgages are more in line with the needs of the average homebuyer. Jumbo mortgages are for properties with steep price tags.  ( 29 min )

Learn how to calculate all the particulars of a loan using Excel and how to set up a schedule of repayment for a mortgage or any other loan.  ( 25 min )

A conforming loan is a home mortgage with underlying terms and conditions that meet the funding criteria of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.  ( 25 min )

Top-down and bottom-up approaches are methods used to analyze and choose securities but the terms also appear in many other areas of finance and investing.  ( 24 min )

If you have a second mortgage as well as a primary, does it make sense to consolidate into a single loan? Here's how to decide.  ( 25 min )

If you’re serious about buying a home, you need to get pre-approved for a mortgage. Learn what is required so you can speed up the approval process.  ( 40 min )

Learn the 12 habits of financial freedom, including basic budgeting, debt reduction, automatic savings, financial education, and smart maintenance.  ( 27 min )

Finding the right house is only half the battle. The other half is choosing the best type of mortgage. Learn how to pick a mortgage based on your needs.  ( 33 min )

Find out how a sinking fund provision is really just a pool of money set aside by a corporation to help repay a bond issue and make it more attractive.  ( 24 min )

As cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin become more mainstream, they are beginning to interact with credit cards. One new card pays rewards in bitcoins.  ( 22 min )

Convertible preferred shares are one answer for the investor who wants the profit potential of stocks with less risk of losses.  ( 24 min )

Mutual fund managers' compensation is based on a variety of factors, but figuring out how much they make exactly is not easy.  ( 21 min )

The internet makes it easy for scammers to trick people into giving away their money and personal information. These are the scams to watch out for now.  ( 31 min )

An investment committee can help plan sponsors avoid fiduciary liabilities. Included is information regarding the duties and responsibilities of investment committee members.  ( 20 min )

Dasarte Yarnway offers tips for developing a professional brand and expanding your business.  ( 20 min )

The sharing economy is a peer-to-peer activity of acquiring, providing, or sharing access to goods and services, often facilitated by a website platform.  ( 23 min )

Take a look at the differences between preferred stock ETFs and bond ETFs and why you should invest in one over the other.  ( 23 min )

The success or failure of your long- and short-term investing depends on recognizing the direction of the market.  ( 23 min )

If you have inherited potentially valuable jewelry, one of your first priorities should be having it appraised by a professional jewelry appraisal.  ( 22 min )

Hawala is a way to send money informally without the movement of actual currency. Read how hawala works, where it is illegal, and how governments regulate it.  ( 26 min )

Proof of funds (POF) refers to a document that demonstrates a person or entity has the ability and funds available for a specific transaction.  ( 24 min )

Beneficiaries of a will must be notified after a will is accepted for probate and probated wills are automatically placed into the public record.  ( 23 min )

Adjusted funds from operations is a financial performance measure primarily used in the analysis of real-estate income trusts (REITs).  ( 21 min )

There are a lot of ETF options, but not all have staying power. Learn what happens when an ETF fails.  ( 23 min )

The Nikkei index is synonymous with Japan's economy, the third-largest in the world. Here's the easiest way to take a stake.  ( 23 min )

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Nippon Steel is a better buyer for US Steel than another American company would be, one analyst explains. The latter would lead to higher steel prices in the US, which isn't helpful for efforts to bring manufacturing back to the country.  ( 37 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Nikola Corp. founder Trevor Milton was ordered to spend four years behind bars for lying to shareholders about the electric-truck maker’s progress.Most Read from BloombergApple to Halt US Sales of Latest Watches After Patent LossUS Frackers Return to Haunt OPEC’s Pricing StrategyBP to Pause All Tanker Transits Through the Red SeaGulf Splits Hinder US Efforts to End Houthi Ship AttacksDocuments Reveal Hidden Problems at Russia’s Nuclear PowerhouseMilton was sentenced Monday by US D  ( 36 min )

A four-year sentence for Trevor Milton is less than what prosecutors wanted for the executive convicted of spreading lies about the electric vehicle company he founded.  ( 37 min )

Bullish commentary from a couple of sources boosted these tech icons.  ( 37 min )

The retailer got an analyst upgrade as investors look forward to a hefty special dividend.  ( 36 min )

Is this the renewable energy technology that finally turns FuelCell Energy profitable?  ( 35 min )

The ban will include the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2.  ( 20 min )

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Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL), the world's most valuable company in terms of market capitalization, is an investor-favorite stock. As the tech sector rebounded this year after a brutal rout, Apple has been one of the best-performing large-cap stocks, gaining nearly 50% year-to-date. Legendary investor Warren Buffett called Apple one of his "crown jewels," claiming it is a "better business than any we own." Approximately 48% of Berkshire Hathaway Inc.'s total portfolio is in Apple stock, valued at wel  ( 36 min )

After a surge in the Nasdaq Composite this year, we could see another wave of stock splits in 2024.  ( 37 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Farfetch Ltd. found a backer in e-commerce company Coupang Inc., which agreed to lend $500 million, buy the assets and delist the troubled fashion platform’s shares.Most Read from BloombergUS Frackers Return to Haunt OPEC’s Pricing StrategyBP to Pause All Tanker Transits Through the Red SeaGulf Splits Hinder US Efforts to End Houthi Ship AttacksChina’s Real Estate Meltdown Is Battering Middle Class WealthDocuments Reveal Hidden Problems at Russia’s Nuclear PowerhouseLondon-based F  ( 35 min )

Chinese electric vehicle maker NIO’s stock is surging on Monday after it announced a significant investment from an Abu Dhabi backed fund.  ( 36 min )

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Palantir is delivering in all the areas where C3.ai is falling short.  ( 36 min )

SunPower says earlier this month it became aware that it had breached a credit agreement when it delayed quarterly results.  ( 19 min )

Net worth is the difference between your assets – what you own – and your liabilities – what you owe. This figure represents your financial health at a given point in time, providing a snapshot of your current financial position. But understanding the distinction between average net worth and median net worth is crucial when […] The post Average vs. Median Net Worth appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 37 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Insurance software firm and short seller target Ebix Inc. filed for bankruptcy after struggling to bounce back from high interest rates and looming debt payments.Most Read from BloombergUS Frackers Return to Haunt OPEC’s Pricing StrategyBP to Pause All Tanker Transits Through the Red SeaGulf Splits Hinder US Efforts to End Houthi Ship AttacksDocuments Reveal Hidden Problems at Russia’s Nuclear PowerhouseAdobe and Figma Terminate $20 Billion Deal After Regulator ClashThe Johns Cree  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Tingo Group, a financial technology company that was the subject of a short seller report, was sued by the US Securities and Exchange Commission for allegedly overstating its financial results in an ongoing fraud of “staggering” scope.Most Read from BloombergUS Frackers Return to Haunt OPEC’s Pricing StrategyBP to Pause All Tanker Transits Through the Red SeaGulf Splits Hinder US Efforts to End Houthi Ship AttacksChina’s Real Estate Meltdown Is Battering Middle Class WealthDocumen  ( 35 min )

South Korean e-commerce giant Coupang said on Monday it was planning to buy online luxury firm Farfetch Holdings. Shares of Farfetch, which has a market capitalization of $226.7 million, were halted, while those of Coupang were down 2.7% in early trading. Coupang made the deal with an investor group that held over 80% of the outstanding $600 million term loans.  ( 34 min )

These AI-driven stocks seem well positioned for a potential stock split.  ( 37 min )

Trevor Milton, the convicted founder of electric- and hydrogen-powered truck maker Nikola, is set to be sentenced on Monday after a jury in October 2022 found him guilty of lying to investors about the company's technology. Federal prosecutors in Manhattan said Milton misled investors by stating that Nikola had built a pickup from the "ground up," had developed batteries he knew it was buying elsewhere, and had early success creating a "Nikola One" semi-truck he knew did not work. The prosecutors last week urged U.S. District Judge Edgar Ramos to sentence Milton, 41, to 11 years in prison - in line with the sentence Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes received last year after being found guilty of defrauding investors in her blood testing startup.  ( 35 min )

It may not be a hypergrowth technology stock, but this company can produce steady returns for investors who hold for the long haul.  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- VF Corp. said it’s working to restore its ability to fulfill orders following a cyberattack, though the company has not yet determined the full scope of the incident.Most Read from BloombergUS Frackers Return to Haunt OPEC’s Pricing StrategyChina’s Real Estate Meltdown Is Battering Middle Class WealthBP to Pause All Tanker Transits Through the Red SeaDimon’s Heir at JPMorgan Still Hazy as ‘Five More Years’ Tick ByTo Trade the Fed’s Pivot, Wall Street Turns to Short-Dated Debt“Unau  ( 35 min )

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ZIM is experiencing negative consequences of changing consumer behavior.  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- SunPower Corp. shares plunged the most in seven years after the rooftop solar installer warned that a potential default may affect its ability to continue as a going concern.Most Read from BloombergUS Frackers Return to Haunt OPEC’s Pricing StrategyBP to Pause All Tanker Transits Through the Red SeaGulf Splits Hinder US Efforts to End Houthi Ship AttacksChina’s Real Estate Meltdown Is Battering Middle Class WealthDocuments Reveal Hidden Problems at Russia’s Nuclear PowerhouseThe c  ( 34 min )

It's no secret that the next couple of years will be slow.  ( 37 min )

Earlier in October, SunPower had revealed that it would restate its financial statements for last financial year as well as first and second quarters due to issues with valuation of some microinverter components at certain third-party locations. The lender may demand immediate payment of $65.3 million borrowings outstanding, SunPower said in a filing. "Substantial doubt exists about our ability to continue as a going concern and if we are unable to continue our business, our common stock might have little or no value," the company said.  ( 34 min )

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Renewable energy stocks are finally on a comeback.  ( 36 min )

"It's not what you say or what the Chair says, it's what do they hear and what do they want to hear?" Goolsbee said in reference to the response of financial markets in an interview with broadcaster CNBC. Earlier on Monday, Cleveland Fed President Loretta Mester, who has a vote on policy in 2024 until she retires in June, also pushed back against financial market expectations of how abruptly the Fed will pivot to rate cuts.  ( 33 min )

Super Micro Computer is seeing the same benefits as Nvidia, yet trades at a cheaper price tag.  ( 36 min )

Adobe and Figma terminate their merger agreement amid pushback from regulators.  ( 20 min )

With interest rates falling, dividend stocks could get renewed attention from investors.  ( 37 min )

The iPhone has stagnated, and Apple now needs to turn to these products for growth.  ( 35 min )

Separately, Russia said it may reduce crude output further.  ( 19 min )

VF Corp, the parent company of Vans and The North Face, says a breach detected last week has disrupted business operations.  ( 19 min )

Exxon Mobil’s affiliate, Esso Nederland BV, plans to develop a pilot plant with FuelCell to test a type of technology that could reduce CO2 emissions.  ( 19 min )

It's a potential problem for Rivian when a key rival cuts production of its electric truck in half. Or is it?  ( 36 min )

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Ready to seize the upcoming bull market's opportunities? These top-notch tech stocks are more than meets the eye.  ( 39 min )

U.S. Steel shares surged after it announced it would be purchased by Japan’s Nippon Steel in a $14.9 billion deal and shares of Chinese EV maker NIO jumped after it announced a $2.2 billion investment. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 20 min )

These dividend payers offer attention-getting yields and a chance for significant growth of your principal investment.  ( 37 min )

Palantir and C3.ai are battling each other for AI-powered application software.  ( 36 min )

Asian stock markets largely closed down on Monday as worries about China’s economy continue to drag on regional sentiment. After the close of local markets, Japan’s Nippon Steel said it had struck a deal to buy U.S. Steel, with the acquisition worth around $14.9 billion, including debt. Hong Kong’s  ( 16 min )

These smaller stocks could experience massive growth in the coming years.  ( 37 min )

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Japan's largest steelmaker will buy the American company for $55 a share in cash, a 40% premium to the stock's closing price Friday.  ( 20 min )

U.S. Steel, the Pittsburgh steel producer that played a key role in the nation's industrialization, is being acquired by Nippon Steel in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $14.1 billion. The deal's announcement comes several months after U.S. Steel rejected a $7.3 billion buyout proposal from rival Cleveland Cliffs. U.S. Steel received the offer in August and said at the time that it was reviewing “strategic alternatives” after receiving several unsolicited offers.  ( 35 min )

The Japanese steelmaker agreed to acquire United States Steel in a deal worth $14.9 billion including debt.  ( 27 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Nippon Steel Corp. has agreed to buy United States Steel Corp. for $14.1 billion in cash, ending months of uncertainty about the future of the historic American metal producer.Most Read from BloombergUS Frackers Return to Haunt OPEC’s Pricing StrategyChina’s Real Estate Meltdown Is Battering Middle Class WealthTo Trade the Fed’s Pivot, Wall Street Turns to Short-Dated DebtDimon’s Heir at JPMorgan Still Hazy as ‘Five More Years’ Tick ByChina’s iPhone Ban Accelerates Across Governme  ( 35 min )

AT&T has the trends on its side as it unburdens its balance sheet.  ( 36 min )

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Here is the bottom line on these record-setting markets.  ( 37 min )

Analysts think these beaten-down stocks could rebound strongly in the new year.  ( 37 min )

Japan's Nippon Steel is planning to purchase United States Steel in a deal expected to exceed 1 trillion yen ($7.01 billion), the Nikkei newspaper reported on Monday. ($1 = 142.5600 yen)  ( 34 min )

It's important to choose companies involved in trends that have long-term potential.  ( 36 min )

A judge will consider prosecutors’ request that the company’s founder receive a sentence similar to the 11-year term for Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes.  ( 30 min )

These growth stocks are cheap in every sense of the word, making them no-brainer buys for patient investors.  ( 37 min )

Among Nvidia, Amazon, DexCom, Shopify, Alphabet, Tesla, Palo Alto Networks, Monster Beverage, and Novo Nordisk, there are three high-flying stocks a trio of Wall Street analysts believe can soar in the new year.  ( 39 min )

Illumina plans to sell its Grail unit, NIO gets a $2.2 billion investment, Roku stock receives another downgrade to Sell, and Uber joins the S&P 500 on Monday.  ( 25 min )

This market-beater is fixated on pleasing its members.  ( 37 min )

The Oracle of Omaha's concentrated investment portfolio at Berkshire Hathaway has led to a veritable mountain of unrealized gains.  ( 38 min )

Analyst Dan Ives believes Palantir will be a big winner as artificial intelligence adoption accelerates.  ( 37 min )

The sudden death of Tang Xiao'ou, a key figure behind China's facial recognition technology and a cofounder of SenseTime Group, is the latest challenge to face the US-sanctioned artificial intelligence (AI) giant, with its shares losing 11 per cent in Hong Kong on Monday. Shares of SenseTime, once held up as a model of China's AI capabilities thanks to the strong research credentials of Tang, a professor with the Chinese University of Hong Kong, have dropped to their lowest-ever level since its  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Just one month after setting a 2024 target for the S&P 500, Goldman Sachs Group Inc. strategists increased their forecast as the year-end rally shows no signs of abating.Most Read from BloombergUS Frackers Return to Haunt OPEC’s Pricing StrategyChina’s Real Estate Meltdown Is Battering Middle Class WealthDimon’s Heir at JPMorgan Still Hazy as ‘Five More Years’ Tick ByTo Trade the Fed’s Pivot, Wall Street Turns to Short-Dated DebtChina’s iPhone Ban Accelerates Across Government and  ( 36 min )

Vodafone rose sharply after Iliad said it put forward a proposal to merge their Italian businesses in a deal valuing Vodafone Italia at $11.4 billion.  ( 28 min )

IBM said it will buy Software’s webMethods and StreamSets divisions for $2.3 billion.  ( 26 min )

Iliad said on Monday it had submitted a proposal to Vodafone to merge their Italian businesses, adding this project had the unanimous support of its board of directors. Vodafone would receive 50% of the share capital of the newly merged business, together with a cash payment of 6.5 billion euros and a shareholder loan of €2.0 billion to ensure long-term alignment, Iliad added.  ( 34 min )

For years, lenders competed hard to win business from the country’s giant pool of wealthy people. China’s troubled economy has dealt them a huge blow.  ( 29 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Asian stocks fell the most in about two weeks after Federal Reserve officials pushed back against bets of aggressive interest rate cuts next year.Most Read from BloombergUS Frackers Return to Haunt OPEC’s Pricing StrategyA-Rod’s Slam SPAC Is Said to Plan Merger With Lynk GlobalDimon’s Heir at JPMorgan Still Hazy as ‘Five More Years’ Tick ByCanada to Announce 2035 All-EV Sales Mandate, Reports SayNetanyahu, Under Pressure Over Hostage Deaths, Vows to Press OnThe MSCI Asia Pacific I  ( 37 min )

"The minute actual interest rates come down just one more point, everybody's going to jump into the market."  ( 34 min )

(Bloomberg) -- SenseTime Group Inc. plunged its most in more than a year after its co-founder’s surprise death spooked investors already grappling with the fallout from slowing growth and US sanctions.Most Read from BloombergUS Frackers Return to Haunt OPEC’s Pricing StrategyNetanyahu, Under Pressure Over Hostage Deaths, Vows to Press OnCanada to Announce 2035 All-EV Sales Mandate, Reports Say‘Underwater’ Car Loans Signal US Consumers Slammed by High RatesDimon’s Heir at JPMorgan Still Hazy as ‘  ( 34 min )

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Oil prices rose, supported by escalating tensions in the Middle East due to recent attacks on ships crossing the Red Sea.  ( 25 min )

This investor favorite stared down challenges last year, but investors should take a long-term view.  ( 37 min )

(Bloomberg) -- When a Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. affiliate bought Summit Health-CityMD around a year ago, the pharmacy group’s management hailed the deal as transformational for its push into primary health care.Most Read from BloombergUS Frackers Return to Haunt OPEC’s Pricing StrategyNetanyahu, Under Pressure Over Hostage Deaths, Vows to Press On‘Underwater’ Car Loans Signal US Consumers Slammed by High RatesCanada to Announce 2035 All-EV Sales Mandate, Reports SayUS Navy Shoots Down 14-Dro  ( 42 min )

De Arbeidsinspectie is kritisch op PostNL omdat het medewerkers op verschillende plekken te zwaar heeft laten tillen. Het gaat om depots in Nieuwegein, Den Bosch, Dordrecht en Venlo.  ( 9 min )

Blue Band Roombeter is verkozen tot het meest misleidende voedselproduct van 2023. De naam van het plantaardige smeersel doet denken aan boter, terwijl het dat niet is. Daarom wint producent Upfield het Gouden Windei van voedselwaakhond Foodwatch.  ( 4 min )

De rente voor hypotheken blijft maar dalen. Sommige geldverstrekkers bieden nu zelfs rentes aan die onder de 4 procent liggen, meldt Van Bruggen Adviesgroep maandag.  ( 8 min )

Varkenshouders en kippenboeren zijn flink meer gaan verdienen in 2023. Het gemiddelde inkomen van een varkenshouder steeg naar 370.000 euro, terwijl dat in de jaren ervoor gemiddeld op 89.000 euro lag. Melkveehouders hadden een moeilijker jaar.  ( 10 min )

Zowel dit jaar als volgend jaar is er amper economische groei in ons land. Dit zorgt ervoor dat de werkloosheid oploopt. Ook kan de overheid krap bij kas komen te zitten. Het goede nieuws is dat de inflatie wat afneemt.  ( 11 min )

De Europese Commissie neemt juridische stappen tegen X. Het bedrijf doet volgens Brussel te weinig tegen de verspreiding van desinformatie en haat. Het sociale netwerk is het eerste techbedrijf dat wordt aangepakt met de nieuwe Europese DSA-techwet.  ( 9 min )

Oliemaatschappij BP laat de olietankers voorlopig niet meer over de Rode Zee varen. Vorige week zijn daar meerdere containerschepen aangevallen.  ( 8 min )

De prijs die Russen voor eieren betalen, is in de afgelopen weken enorm gestegen. Dat komt door het eiertekort in sommige regio's.  ( 8 min )

Telefoonnummers, e-mailadressen en soms ook paspoortgegevens waren door een datalek bij KLM simpel te achterhalen, blijkt uit onderzoek van de NOS. Of het lek is misbruikt, is onbekend.  ( 8 min )

Huiseigenaren betalen volgend jaar gemiddeld 51 euro meer aan rioolheffing, parkeerbelasting en hondenbelasting. Al die zaken bij elkaar kosten ons in 2024 gemiddeld 938 euro.  ( 3 min )

Advertenties in het nieuwsoverzicht van Google worden misbruikt voor oplichting, zo blijkt uit onderzoek van NU.nl. Kwaadwillenden lokken mensen in de val met nagemaakte nieuwssites van bijvoorbeeld NU.nl en het AD. Daarmee ligt ook verspreiding van desinformatie op de loer.  ( 11 min )

Bond ETFs are very much like bond mutual funds in that they hold a portfolio of bonds that have different strategies and holding periods.  ( 26 min )

Learn how ETFs have become the most popular investment vehicle in less than 20 years.  ( 24 min )

An auto industry ETF is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that invests specifically in the automobile industry.  ( 21 min )

An odd lot is an order amount for a security that is less than the normal unit of trading for that particular asset.  ( 21 min )

Divorces can be messy, but taking the right steps to divide your finances can help you cover your bases and recover your assets.  ( 27 min )

Regardless of your financial situation, knowing your net worth can help you evaluate your current financial situation and plan for your financial future.  ( 25 min )

CryptoPunks are non-fungible tokens (NFTs) that can sell for millions of dollars. They're a type of art, sold by Christie’s and Sotheby’s as well as individual owners.  ( 23 min )

Choosing between ETFs and mutual funds can be tough for young investors. Here are some things to consider.  ( 27 min )

Maintenance margin requirements are more stringent when buying non-traditional ETFs on margin.  ( 24 min )

Before you agree to act as an executor, understand some of the potential hazards and how to most effectively navigate them.  ( 24 min )

A front-end load is a sales charge or commission that an investor pays "upfront"—that is, upon purchase of the asset, usually a mutual fund or an insurance product.  ( 22 min )

Find out what portfolio variance is, the formula to calculate portfolio variance, and how to calculate the variance of a portfolio containing two assets.  ( 23 min )

Examine some of the largest banks in Canada, which also rank among the largest and most important banks in the industry worldwide.  ( 23 min )

Financial advisors can help you build an investment portfolio for long-term financial success. Learn how to find a specialized crypto advisor here.  ( 28 min )

Find out the purpose of a trust checking account, how to establish one and the rules governing the use of its funds.  ( 21 min )

Dave Ramsey is financial guru, author and syndicated radio host who has become one of America's most trusted sources for financial advice.  ( 25 min )

Coming up this week: the November PCE inflation reading, homebuilder confidence and other housing indicators, consumer sentiment, and earnings from Nike, FedEx, and Accenture.  ( 21 min )

From the tree and decorations, to wrapping paper, and foods like eggnog, cookies, and ham, costs can add up quick during the holidays. According to Investopedia's analysis, Christmas decorations and food were the priciest items on our list.  ( 19 min )

Regional bank stocks surged after the Federal Reserve signaled potential rate cuts next year, helping bring regional bank ETFs back to their levels before the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank.  ( 18 min )

Per diem is one method for reimbursing employees for business travel expenses, like daily lodging, meals, and other incidental expenses.  ( 30 min )

A dual listing refers to a company listing its shares on a second exchange in addition to its primary exchange.  ( 22 min )

These tips can help you avoid financial risk at any time, but they are especially important during an economic slowdown.  ( 27 min )

How much cash you should keep in the bank depends on your financial situation. It all starts with building a budget.  ( 27 min )

A traveler’s check is a once-popular—but now largely outmoded—exchange medium used in place of currency, often by people traveling abroad.  ( 25 min )

Gift cards can cost less when you buy them through a discount website, but be careful when making a purchase.  ( 23 min )

The Securities Act of 1933 is a piece of federal legislation enacted as a result of the market crash of 1929.  ( 24 min )

Consumer auto loan debt has continued to rise, a result of increased demand, less supply, and higher prices.  ( 24 min )

A flexible spending account (FSA) is a type of savings account, usually for healthcare expenses, that sets aside pretax funds for later use.  ( 27 min )

Health insurance generally does not cover the cost of a service dog, but you do have other financing options to help you offset this expense.  ( 27 min )

De uitgaven van Duitse reizigers waren nooit eerder zo hoog als in de maanden juli tot en met augustus. Dat komt volgens nieuwe cijfers van statistiekbureau CBS voornamelijk door de hoge prijzen.  ( 8 min )

De Duitse regering heeft besloten om per direct een einde te maken aan de premie die mensen ontvangen als zij een nieuwe elektrische auto kopen. Aanvragen na vandaag worden niet meer in behandeling genomen door het ministerie van Economische Zaken.  ( 8 min )

Het einde van het eigen risico is in zicht. Een meerderheid in de Tweede Kamer wil het eigen risico van 385 euro afschaffen. Dat kost ongeveer 6 miljard euro, maar is mogelijk als gezonde mensen en werkgevers meer betalen.  ( 12 min )

Het einde van het eigen risico is in zicht. Een meerderheid in de Tweede Kamer politieke partijen, waaronder de PVV, willen het eigen risico van 385 euro afschaffen. Dat kost ongeveer 6 miljard euro, maar is mogelijk als gezonde mensen en werkgevers meer betalen.  ( 11 min )

Grote techbedrijven proberen met man en macht ChatGPT-maker OpenAI bij te benen. De ontwikkelingen op het gebied van kunstmatige intelligentie gaan alleen ongekend snel. Google waagt nu een poging met een nieuw AI-model: Gemini.  ( 11 min )

Speelgoedbanken hebben flink uitgedeeld met Sinterklaas, maar zien de vraag naar kerstcadeautjes toenemen. Dankzij gulle donaties blijven de schappen gevuld, blijkt uit een rondgang van NU.nl.  ( 10 min )

Speelgoedbanken hebben flink uitgedeeld met Sinterklaas, maar zien de vraag naar kerstcadeautjes toenemen. Dankzij gulle donaties blijven de schappen gevuld, blijkt uit een rondgang van NU.nl.  ( 10 min )

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These two blue chips are highly prized for their top-shelf dividend programs.  ( 36 min )

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Investors who like a bargain will love Axcelis Technologies as an under-the-radar semiconductor stock.  ( 37 min )

These two biotech stocks hold enormous potential.  ( 36 min )

Arista Networks, CrowdStrike, and Gen Digital are among Barclays's top stock picks for 2024.  ( 36 min )

Unlock the wide-open secrets of investing in stocks that are poised for unstoppable long-term growth. Today's low-priced stocks may be tomorrow's wealth-building market darlings.  ( 37 min )

It's full steam ahead for these great Buffett stocks.  ( 36 min )

Here's everything you need to know about the electric vehicle maker's week.  ( 34 min )

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A Roth conversion ladder can be a smart strategy that allows you to move funds gradually from one account (traditional IRA) to another (Roth IRA) without triggering any tax penalties. This conversion takes place over several years, and is carefully planned out in advance. In simpler terms: A Roth conversion ladder could let you bypass […] The post How a Roth IRA Conversion Ladder Works appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 36 min )

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Nvidia is growing faster than Apple right now, but will that be enough to help it overtake the world's most valuable company?  ( 37 min )

There are growing questions about the structure of the Treasury bond market and whether the way the US government funds itself is up to the task.  ( 38 min )

When flowers are blooming, you leave them planted in the garden to continue growing.  ( 38 min )

One of these stocks is not like the other.  ( 37 min )

These businesses are exciting and can also lead to outsized long-term returns.  ( 37 min )

Alibaba is a much more promising prospect than it was just a year ago.  ( 37 min )

Nvidia is driving artificial intelligence forward, and making investors a fortune in the process.  ( 37 min )

(Bloomberg) -- OPEC’s one-time nemesis — US shale — is rearing its head just months after the sector was all but written off as a threat to the cartel’s sway over worldwide oil markets.Most Read from BloombergNetanyahu, Under Pressure Over Hostage Deaths, Vows to Press On‘Underwater’ Car Loans Signal US Consumers Slammed by High RatesUS Navy Shoots Down 14-Drone Wave as Shippers Avoid Red SeaMike Johnson May Be the Next House Speaker to Lose His JobWall Street’s China Stock Bulls Seek Redemption  ( 37 min )

Investors can buy this AI stock at a very attractive valuation right now.  ( 37 min )

High rewards often come with high risk.  ( 36 min )

Despite the market's 2023 recovery, Palantir and The Trade Desk still have room to run.  ( 37 min )

These retailers will give you instant income that's highly likely to grow over the years.  ( 36 min )

Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (VRTX) shares are rallying 42% this year. One chart easily explains why.  ( 35 min )

Most of its assets can produce inflation-beating cash flow growth, which it's ready to return to investors.  ( 36 min )

Lower interest rates are coming, the Federal Reserve announced on Wednesday. What does that mean for the kitchen-table investor?  ( 37 min )

Investors added $155 billion to Vanguard ETFs in 2023, and these three funds were some of the biggest beneficiaries.  ( 37 min )

Consumers are flocking to installment loans for everything from holiday gifts and groceries to laser eye surgery.  ( 28 min )

Will we see commercial production in 2024?  ( 35 min )

These REITs are proven wealth creators.  ( 37 min )

There's a big reason you may want your HSA to take priority.  ( 35 min )

The S&P 500 is about to hold the bears to a one-and-done for the 10th time, and that points to a positive year in 2024.  ( 36 min )

Buffett's holding company, Berkshire Hathaway, doesn't pay a dividend itself, but its equity portfolio is chock-full of dividend-paying stocks.  ( 36 min )

Does Altria's high dividend yield warrant purchasing the shares?  ( 36 min )

Nobody has a crystal ball, but these two stocks have the potential to become massive success stories.  ( 35 min )

These companies have significant potential in multiple areas of tech and are attractive options ahead of the new year.  ( 37 min )

Will the cycle turn back to growth?  ( 35 min )

In response to the news, Pfizer shares fell to a 10-year low.  ( 37 min )

You should be able to count on great dividend income from these stocks.  ( 37 min )

If the fund manager's calculations prove to be correct, shareholders could enjoy threefold returns over the coming four years. Is she right?  ( 37 min )

Biotech is big business, no doubt about that. The healthcare sector takes up almost 1 in 5 dollars of the US gross domestic product, 18.3%, or approximately $13,000 per capita, according to data from the American Medical Association. The total sum is staggering – some $4.3 trillion. The US is the world leader in biomedical research, including innovation on new prescription drugs, medical devices, and other healthcare advances. The health sector R&D spend in the US comes to $250 billion annually.  ( 41 min )

EPS estimates suggest Nvidia's stock could more than double over the next two years.  ( 37 min )

Deciding between these telecom titans can prove complex for investors.  ( 36 min )

Is Oxy counting too much on higher oil prices to make this deal work out?  ( 35 min )

Oracle tumbled on its recent earnings report, but it still looks like a buy.  ( 36 min )

A key index appears to spell trouble for the U.S. economy and stock market.  ( 38 min )

The best time to buy bank stocks is when everyone else is selling. What will 2024 bring?  ( 35 min )

Virgin Galactic is still building the spaceship that it hopes will turn it profitable. Buying the stock requires believing it can do it.  ( 37 min )

You can pick these players up for a great price right now.  ( 37 min )

A few stocks have soared more than these three so far in 2023. But none have made the Oracle of Omaha more money.  ( 36 min )

Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:INTC) held the “AI Everywhere” event on Thursday, where it unveiled its latest innovations. The event marked the official launch of their first E-Core Xeon server CPUs, codenamed Emerald Rapids. While Bernstein analysts took note of the rising price of Nvidia (NASDAQ: NASDAQ:NVDA) shares, they also said that they are now the cheapest they have been since late 2018.  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- A frenzy around obesity drugs made Novo Nordisk A/S Europe’s biggest stock-market success story of 2023. Repeating the trick won’t be so easy.Most Read from BloombergNetanyahu, Under Pressure Over Hostage Deaths, Vows to Press OnMike Johnson May Be the Next House Speaker to Lose His Job‘Underwater’ Car Loans Signal US Consumers Slammed by High RatesUS Navy Shoots Down 14-Drone Wave as Shippers Avoid Red SeaHarvard College Early Applications Drop 17% From Last YearShares of Novo, w  ( 36 min )

Nissan Motor said on Sunday it would establish a joint research centre with China's leading Tsinghua University next year, focussing on research and development of electric vehicles (EVs), including charging infrastructure and battery recycling.  ( 34 min )

All three companies use dividends as a primary way to return value to shareholders.  ( 38 min )

Coming up this week: the November PCE inflation reading, homebuilder confidence and other housing indicators, consumer sentiment, and earnings from Nike, FedEx, and Accenture.  ( 1 min )

Health insurance is a type of contract in which a company agrees to pay some of a consumer's medical expenses in return for payment of a monthly premium.  ( 29 min )

Deferred Gain on Sale of Home was a tax regulation, repealed in 1997, that allowed some of the tax on the profits of the sale of a home to be delayed by certain taxpayers.  ( 23 min )

The standard mileage rate is the cost per mile that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) allows for taxpayers who claim the use of a vehicle as a deductible expense.  ( 25 min )

Zero-based budgeting differs from traditional budgeting because it creates a budget for each new period. It's more flexible but it can be manipulated.  ( 23 min )

Insurance costs money, whether the policy is for your health, car, home, or life. Companies look at several factors when calculating your premiums.  ( 26 min )

GDAX was the former name of a digital currency exchange linked to Coinbase. It changed its name to Coinbase Pro in 2018, and then to Coinbase Advanced Trade in 2022.  ( 23 min )

Determine your net worth by creating your own cash flow statement and balance sheet. They can help you with budget planning, saving, and setting financial goals.  ( 24 min )

Data shows that American credit card debt, along with the total volume of household debt, continues to increase. But what's causing this and how sustainable is it?  ( 26 min )

Overnight trading refers to trades that are placed after an exchange’s close and before its open.  ( 25 min )

The covariance calculation shows how two stocks move together, which is helpful when building a diversified investment portfolio. Learn how this calculation is used.  ( 25 min )

The Fair Labor Standards Act determines whether U.S. workers can be paid a salary or if they must be paid an hourly wage. It affects more than just their paychecks.  ( 25 min )

Both market capitalization and market value provide a measure of corporate assets but the two are vastly different in their calculation and precision.  ( 23 min )

The landmark COP28 climate agreement, in pledging to move away from fossil fuels, boosted renewable energy stocks—but experts say persistent realities mean fossil fuels aren't going away soon.  ( 21 min )

Copays and coinsurance are two types of out-of-pocket costs, but they vary depending on the health insurance plan you choose.  ( 26 min )

Coinsurance is the claim amount an insured must pay after meeting deductibles and is also the level at which an owner must protect property.  ( 25 min )

An India exchange-traded fund (ETF) tracks the collective performance of securities listed on a stock exchange in India.  ( 23 min )

Homoskedastic refers to a condition in which the variance of the error term in a regression model is constant. Learn more about its importance and how it is used.  ( 22 min )

If cost is your primary concern, there are several cheap(er) ways to move funds.  ( 26 min )

RSK is an open-source second-layer sidechain that includes Bitcoin smart contracts, faster transaction times, scalability, and more.  ( 22 min )

Learn more about Russia's plan to create their own state-backed cryptocurrency, CryptoRuble.  ( 23 min )

A health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) is an employer-funded plan that reimburses employees for medical expenses and, sometimes, insurance premiums.  ( 31 min )

A health maintenance organization (HMO) is a health insurance plan that provides health services through a network of doctors for a monthly or annual fee.  ( 29 min )

The United States is a mixed economy, combining elements of a true free market economy with governmental, economic controls.  ( 27 min )

Congress debated multiple trillion-dollar infrastructure proposals in 2021. What did they include and where do they go from here?  ( 37 min )

Government assistance programs are in great demand when there is high unemployment or low wages. Learn what’s available, how to qualify, and where to apply.  ( 44 min )

From stimulus checks to quantitative easing, here’s what governments and central banks around the world did to provide stimulus and relief.  ( 45 min )

Learn how a Roth IRA grows over time thanks to tax-free growth on contributions and earnings and the magic of compound interest.  ( 26 min )

Exchange-traded funds (ETF) get the lion's share of investors' money but some choose exchange-traded notes (ETNs). Here are the differences between the two investment vehicles.  ( 25 min )

A Japan ETF is a type of exchange-traded fund that invests in Japanese equities trading on local stock exchanges.  ( 23 min )

Your mortgage interest rate depends on a variety of factors, including the type of loan (fixed or adjustable) and the loan term (such as 30 years). Learn more.  ( 27 min )

Floating stock is the number of shares available for trading of a particular stock. It doesn't include closely-held shares or restricted shares.  ( 24 min )

A communication industry ETF invests in securities in the communication sector, including telecommunications, media, and internet companies.  ( 23 min )

Learn about key financial metrics that investors use to evaluate retail banks, and how the industry is fundamentally different from most other industries.  ( 23 min )

Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. (NASDAQ:WBA) closed at $25.14, 2.07% higher, at the end of the trading hours on Dec. 14. The stock has a 52-week trading range of $19.68 to $41.31 and a total market capitalization of $21.88 billion. Walgreens Boots Alliance is a holding company with ownership interests in subsidiary companies as primary assets. Its subsidiary companies operate in the retail pharmacy and healthcare sector in the U.S. and other countries. The parent company relies on its operating su  ( 36 min )

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American retail giant Walmart Inc. (NYSE:WMT) stock closed at $152.67 at the end of the trading session on Dec. 14. The company has a market capitalization of $411 billion. When compared to the stock's preceding 52-week price range of $136.09 to $169.94, the current price is just below the halfway mark. Walmart's dividend yield is 1.46%, and the payout for fiscal 2023 is $2.28 per share. The annualized dividend is payable in four equal installments of $0.57 per share every quarter. The company p  ( 35 min )

Plug Power has enormous potential if it can get its costs under control.  ( 34 min )

Passive income investors are attracted to AT&T stock because of its strong dividend yield.  ( 34 min )

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The Central Bank in the U.S. has indicated interest rates could be lowered in 2024, and growth stocks could have an excellent year in that scenario.  ( 35 min )

This technology titan can generate impressive returns by 2024.  ( 36 min )

If you’ve got more money, you’ve got more retirement options. High-income earners have substantial resources at their disposal, presenting the potential for massive gains and crushing losses. However, practical strategies and careful financial decisions can help you retire as a multi-millionaire. High-income earners often have different retirement needs than others. Here’s how much high-income earners […] The post How Much High-Income Earners Have Saved for Retirement appeared first on SmartRead  ( 36 min )

As we age, many of us will need some form of long-term care, whether at home or in a facility. With nursing home costs averaging over $90,000 per year, long-term care expenses can add up quickly. While Medicaid can help you cover these costs, it has strict eligibility requirements that may require you to spend […] The post Can a Nursing Home Take Our Assets? We Have a $1 Million IRA and a Trust to Protect Us appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 35 min )

The AI stock is aiming to join the broad-market index.  ( 36 min )

These Vanguard funds can provide reliable income and capital appreciation under most market conditions.  ( 36 min )

All 3 of these companies pay safe and growing dividends.  ( 35 min )

The benefits from its first drug launch will trickle in slowly, at least at first.  ( 37 min )

The Russian war in Ukraine is grinding on, and the hot war in the Middle East shows no signs of stopping. So, you would expect the price of oil to climb. But despite volatility in the energy sector this year, oil prices are down 11% year-to-date. In a note from investment bank Wells Fargo, top analyst Roger Read has cast his eye on the oil and natural gas markets, specifically on the energy stocks, and he sees room and reason for investors to buy. Read, who is rated 5-stars by TipRanks, believes  ( 38 min )

A new Pew Research report found that a growing share of Americans 65 and over are employed — and happily so.  ( 38 min )

Everyone has been talking about this stock, but that alone doesn't make it a good buy.  ( 37 min )

These steady-Eddie businesses are good candidates to beat the market over the next five years.  ( 38 min )

The best portfolio is a diversified portfolio.  ( 37 min )

These stocks have the combination of growth and valuation to 5x in seven years.  ( 36 min )

For this company, AI can boost both revenue and cash flows.  ( 36 min )

These Vanguard ETFs can provide many of the same benefits as the Invesco QQQ ETF while reducing some of the associated risks.  ( 37 min )

You might not think leasing is a big deal for EV makers, but that couldn't be further from the truth.  ( 36 min )

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Keep your income investing safe and simple with these industry leaders.  ( 38 min )

Enbridge is selling some assets to recycle that capital into its utility acquisitions.  ( 36 min )

This tech giant has made for a wonderful investment in recent years.  ( 36 min )

Investors might be surprised to learn that a relatively boring company more than doubled Amazon's stock price gains over the past decade.  ( 37 min )

Although 2023 was a great year for investors, there are great opportunities heading into 2024.  ( 38 min )

These tech companies have delivered impressive returns to investors, and they aren't done yet.  ( 37 min )

Carlyle Group co-chairman and co-founder David Rubenstein discusses investors' 'biggest mistakes' and predicts the Federal Reserve's interest rate cut  ( 35 min )

Most of Coca-Cola's business is a product you'll never drink and wouldn't want to if you could.  ( 35 min )

These stocks could bring investors more than just a lump of coal for Christmas.  ( 38 min )

Berkshire Hathaway earned billions of dollars from only one pair of companies. They can generate passive income for you, too.  ( 36 min )

These energy stocks could deliver strong total returns in 2024.  ( 38 min )

There's bad news, good news, and even better news for people who keep working after claiming Social Security retirement benefits early.  ( 35 min )

Lilly's weight loss drug appears to be on the way to becoming a megablockbuster.  ( 37 min )

With an average yield of 8.7% at recent prices, these high-yield dividend payers are hard to ignore.  ( 37 min )

I am convinced that Medical Properties Trust will get through its current rough patch.  ( 37 min )

The Nasdaq Composite remains 8% below its record-closing high, which means bargains still abound for opportunistic investors.  ( 39 min )

These players may offer your portfolio a lift as early as next year. But most importantly, they could excel over time.  ( 38 min )

It is difficult to say if stocks are fairly valued, but looking at PEG ratios can help.  ( 30 min )

Here is your Pro Recap of the biggest dividend hikes, special dividends, and share-buyback announcements you may have missed this week. TE Connectivity (NYSE:TEL) announced on Tuesday that its board of directors has authorized an increase in its share repurchase program by an additional $1.5 billion. Furthermore, the board approved a recommendation to hike the company's quarterly dividend by 10% to $0.65 per share, or $2.60 per share annualized.  ( 35 min )

The CEO pushed GM hard into electric and driverless cars. The finish line keeps moving farther away.  ( 25 min )

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Shares of the e-signature firm spiked on a takeover report Friday. The company is still dealing with a slowdown in sales following the pandemic.  ( 24 min )

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The landmark COP28 climate agreement, in pledging to move away from fossil fuels, boosted renewable energy stocks—but experts say persistent realities mean fossil fuels aren't going away soon.  ( 1 min )

Door de hoge inflatie kan Hafize Gaye Erkan, sinds juni gouverneur van de centrale bank in Turkije, naar eigen zeggen geen woning bemachtigen in Istanboel. Daarom is ze met haar gezin bij haar ouders ingetrokken.  ( 9 min )

Rederij MSC, een van 's werelds grootste containervervoerders, vaart voorlopig niet door de Rode Zee vanwege de dreiging van geweld van Houthi-rebellen uit Jemen.  ( 9 min )

Voor eind december moet je bepalen of je komend jaar overstapt naar een andere zorgverzekering. Daarbij is naast de premie voor veel mensen ook belangrijk of zorgverleners dicht bij huis wel volledig worden vergoed. Zo maak je een goede keuze.  ( 11 min )

Voor eind december moet je bepalen of je komend jaar overstapt naar een andere zorgverzekering. Daarbij is naast de premie voor veel mensen ook belangrijk of zorgverleners dicht bij huis wel volledig worden vergoed. Zo maak je een goede keuze.  ( 11 min )

Nederlanders kopen steeds later kerstkaarten en schaffen steeds vaker nieuwjaarskaarten en luxere kaarten aan. Het gaat bijvoorbeeld om kaarten met lampjes en muziek, kaarten met glitter en goud en kaarten met persoonlijke foto's of glanzende laagjes.  ( 9 min )

Duitse staalfabrikanten en vakbond IG Metall hebben een akkoord bereikt over loonsverhogingen en nieuwe arbeidsvoorwaarden in het noordwesten van Duitsland. Aan die overeenkomst ging een reeks stakingen vooraf.  ( 9 min )

Nederlanders kopen steeds later kerstkaarten en schaffen steeds vaker nieuwjaarskaarten en luxere kaarten aan. Het gaat bijvoorbeeld om kaarten met lampjes en muziek, kaarten met glitter en goud en kaarten met persoonlijke foto's of glanzende laagjes.  ( 3 min )

Voor speciale kerstproducten in de supermarkt betaal je dit jaar fors meer. De prijzen van producten als kerstkransjes en ragout zijn nu ruim 10 procent hoger dan eind 2022. Opvallend is dat veel vlees juist niet in prijs is gestegen.  ( 11 min )

Voor speciale kerstproducten in de supermarkt betaal je dit jaar fors meer. De prijzen van producten als kerstkransjes en ragout zijn nu ruim 10 procent hoger dan eind 2022. Opvallend is dat veel vlees juist niet in prijs is gestegen.  ( 11 min )

Het klimaatakkoord van Dubai geeft het signaal dat we ook met steenkool moeten stoppen. Maar door compromissen staat de deur nog op een kier. De meest vervuilende fossiele brandstof uitfaseren kan de uitstoot gigantisch doen dalen. NU.nl zet de belangrijkste data voor je op een rij.  ( 11 min )

It enjoyed a nice little pop in price, along with several fellow Chinese techies.  ( 35 min )

Here are some of the major companies whose stocks moved on the week’s news.  ( 28 min )

The company has chosen an offbeat way to keep its investors sweet.  ( 35 min )

Higher interest rates and weaker economic conditions lessened demand for certain professional services.  ( 30 min )

Although Southern's dividend hasn't stopped growing, it has been crawling for a decade. That's likely to change soon.  ( 37 min )

Wholesale giant Costco announced that it sold over $100 million in gold bars in the first fiscal quarter of 2024 Costco reported on its earnings call.  ( 34 min )

These two AI giants are getting a bump in one of Ark Invest's biggest ETFs.  ( 37 min )

Ark Invest funds have been buying the dip in Palantir stock following a negative report from a Wall Street analyst.  ( 38 min )

Current quarter guidance from Steel Dynamics came in above analysts' estimates, and its shares advanced.  ( 20 min )

Investors may want to think twice before adding Rivian to their portfolio.  ( 36 min )

For over a decade, China has been seeking to reduce reliance on foreign technologies, asking state-affiliated firms such as banks to switch to local software and promoting domestic semiconductor chip manufacturing. Multiple state firms and government departments across at least eight provinces have instructed employees in the past month or two to start carrying local brands, the Bloomberg News report said. Apple did not immediately respond to Reuters' request for a comment.  ( 35 min )

Solar power stocks received a boost from Jefferies, which initiated coverage on some of the biggest companies in the sector.  ( 19 min )

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In early November, Binance Holdings Ltd. was hit with $4.3 billion in penalties and forfeitures by the U.S. Justice Department. The fine was a result of several wrongdoings by the company, ranging from money laundering to aiding criminals and terrorist organizations. Former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) stepped down and admitted to participating in money laundering. “I made mistakes, and I must take responsibility. This is best for our community, for Binance and for myself,” he wrote in a post  ( 34 min )

Shares of DocuSign jumped Friday afternoon after the Journal reported that the e-signature company was exploring a sale. The stock was recently up more than 11%. Read more about this story here.  ( 23 min )

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Next year should bring a continued focus on AI, with Nvidia again leading the way. The big change is likely to be the return of IPOs.  ( 30 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- US-traded shares of XPeng Inc. slumped Friday after Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. disclosed a plan to cut its stake in the Chinese electric vehicle maker.Most Read from BloombergCiti Shuts Muni Business That Once Was Envy of RivalsHouthi Attacks Push Shipping Giants to Pause Red Sea VoyagesThe Fed’s Shrinking Balance Sheet Is Worrying a Key Corner of US Financial MarketsHungary Vetoes Ukraine Aid After EU Backs Membership TalksOwner of the Philippines’ Largest Malls Says China Feud M  ( 35 min )

You may hear all kinds of forecasts about ChargePoint (NYSE:CHPT), but prudent investors should stick to the facts and avoid the fallacies. The smartest move right now is to consider the perspectives that Wall Street’s experts have to offer but then use the data to form an educated assessment of ChargePoint. All in all, I am bearish on CHPT stock after reviewing the company and observing analysts’ positive and negative arguments. Headquartered in California, ChargePoint has built out an electric  ( 36 min )

Amazon stock has climbed in the double digits this year.  ( 36 min )

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Suitors for the $11 billion company could include private equity and technology firms.  ( 29 min )

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The stock market rally this year leaves little room for growth—unless you’re looking at smaller companies, noted Fundstrat Global Advisors cofounder Tom Lee.  ( 36 min )

ChargePoint stock is still up 15% this week, but it may not be worth the higher price.  ( 35 min )

Rates on 30-year loans have plummeted almost four-tenths of a point in two days—down to their cheapest level since May—and 15-year rates have sunk more than half a point.  ( 21 min )

Barron’s annual list of unloved stocks ranges from tech giant Alibaba to miner Barrick to auto rental stalwart Hertz Global.  ( 54 min )

The widely followed money manager added to just one of her existing positions on Thursday. It's one of the smallest companies on her scorecard.  ( 36 min )

Will the Fed ultimately save EV maker Nikola?  ( 35 min )

My wife and I are 70 years old. We've paid off everything, including the house. Between my pension of $29,000 and Social Security, we're getting a gross of $99,000 a year in income, which is more than enough. Our current … Continue reading → The post Ask an Advisor: We Are 70 Years Old, Have $99K in Retirement Income, a $1.4M IRA and Other Investments. Is It Too Late to Convert to a Roth? appeared first on SmartAsset Blog.  ( 37 min )

Understanding your income and how it impacts your Medicare premiums is crucial for effective retirement planning. Your income can directly influence the cost of your Medicare premiums. By learning how to manage and potentially lower your income for premium calculations, as well as familiarizing yourself with the income limits set for premiums, the method of […] The post What Income Is Used to Determine Medicare Premiums? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 35 min )

Social Security benefits are included in your adjusted gross income (AGI) if your total income, which consists in half of your Social Security benefits and other sources of income, exceeds a certain threshold. This can affect the taxation of those benefits and your eligibility for various tax credits and deductions, which in turn can impact […] The post Is Social Security Included in Your AGI? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 36 min )

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These are the best dividend stocks for December 2023 based on yield.  ( 24 min )

The markets are always looking forward, and you should, too. Here are four dividend stocks to buy now.  ( 33 min )

Gen X is next in line to retire, but an asset management company finds the generation is staring down a savings gap that has few of them prepared.  ( 35 min )

Check out these explosive growth stocks on the threshold of the next game-changing bull market. You don't want to be left empty-handed when they take off for real.  ( 37 min )

The stock has averaged 13.4% annual returns since its initial public offering in the 1990s.  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Costco Wholesale Corp. announced a special dividend of $15 a share, while also posting profit that outpaced market estimates, as the warehouse-club chain continued a string of solid results. Most Read from BloombergRange Rovers Become Thief-Magnets, Causing Prices to TumbleOwner of the Philippines’ Largest Malls Says China Feud May Hurt BusinessesCiti Shuts Muni Business That Once Was Envy of RivalsHungary Vetoes Ukraine Aid After EU Agrees on Membership TalksUS Approves New Kind  ( 34 min )

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AMD and Symbotic are under-the-radar ways for investors to bet on the artificial intelligence megatrend.  ( 37 min )

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Long-term care costs like nursing home care can quickly drain retirement savings. Medicare provides little help paying these bills, but Medicaid can cover nursing home costs for those who meet strict financial eligibility rules. Certain strategies like special trusts, home equity transfers and annuities can help meet those eligibility rules and protect assets like your […] The post Can a Nursing Home Take Our Savings? We Have a $250k IRA, a House and Other Assets appeared first on SmartReads by  ( 37 min )

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These growth stocks more than quadrupled in the last four years, and could soar even higher in the next bull market.  ( 37 min )

Wells Fargo analyst Matthew Akers launched coverage of General Electric shares with a Buy rating and $144 price target.  ( 25 min )

The chipmaker's bull run might just be getting started.  ( 36 min )

Discover the unexpected hypergrowth investment in Warren Buffett's investment portfolio that's set to skyrocket next year.  ( 37 min )

Savvy investors shouldn't overlook these dividend stocks any longer, thanks to their dividend yields or future potential.  ( 37 min )

Bill Ackman has an incredibly concentrated portfolio and you'll be shocked what's in it.  ( 35 min )

These growth stocks are operating in fast-growing industries, but have immediate competition and financial risks.  ( 37 min )

With some of the world's top companies leading the way, this exchange-traded fund should have sustained, impressive growth for some time.  ( 36 min )

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The results of a recent survey suggest that many Americans will be surprised by changes coming to Social Security in 2024.  ( 35 min )

Can Verizon's stock turn things around next year?  ( 36 min )

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If Bitcoin continues to increase in price, these two crypto stocks could be among the biggest beneficiaries.  ( 37 min )

The famous investor has been loading up on this high-flying AI software company.  ( 37 min )

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The right investments could help supercharge your savings.  ( 37 min )

Exxon Mobil’s income tax payments to the U.S. government have dropped to 3% over the past five years – several times below the company’s 20-year average – on massive deductions passed under former President Donald Trump. Corporate tax experts say Exxon could enjoy low taxes for several more years, at a time when the government needs more money to fund an ambitious fight against climate change. President Joe Biden’s minimum corporate tax is off to a shaky start and calculation of the 15% tax factors in the Trump accelerated depreciation deductions that Exxon used last year.  ( 36 min )

If you want to invest in AI for the long term, think big.  ( 36 min )

CRISPR Therapeutics stock already has advanced in the double digits this year.  ( 36 min )

Alibaba, JD.com and other Chinese tech stocks were surging early Friday as investors digested a fresh stimulus boost and weighed up the prospect of further measures.  ( 21 min )

This mix of growth and value stocks appears set to outperform -- and hopefully makes me a lot richer in the process.  ( 40 min )

The aerospace and defense company could rebound in 2024.  ( 36 min )

Now is the time to invest in the next generation of industry leaders.  ( 39 min )

Devon Energy is a well-positioned energy producer, but there's a slight twist here that limits the appeal of the stock.  ( 36 min )

Hint: It's not the largest publicly traded company by market cap, Apple, or integrated oil and gas stock Occidental Petroleum.  ( 38 min )

Cathie Wood's best investment ideas right now are heavily weighted in the Ark Innovation ETF.  ( 38 min )

(Bloomberg) -- As markets staged a monster rally following the Federal Reserve’s shift toward loosening monetary policy, one corner of the financial system had reason to remain on edge.Most Read from BloombergRange Rovers Become Thief-Magnets, Causing Prices to TumbleOwner of the Philippines’ Largest Malls Says China Feud May Hurt BusinessesCiti Shuts Muni Business That Once Was Envy of RivalsUS Approves New Kind of Nuclear Reactor for First Time in 50 YearsEU Fails to Back Ukraine Aid After Agr  ( 38 min )

These players have what it takes to boost your portfolio over time.  ( 36 min )

Investors wondering whether markets can continue their torrid rally are eyeing one important factor that could boost assets: a nearly $6 trillion pile of cash on the sidelines. Soaring yields have pulled cash into money markets and other short-term instruments, as many investors chose to collect income in the ultra-safe vehicles while they awaited the outcome of the Federal Reserve’s battle against surging inflation. Total money market fund assets hit a record $5.9 trillion on Dec. 6, according to data from the Investment Company Institute.  ( 36 min )

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"There's something about if you break below four on the 10-year that I think it almost sounds like a fire alarm going off relative to the economy."  ( 35 min )

Today's best CD rates are 5.76% from either TotalDirectBank or Dow Credit Union, or 5.75% from three runners-up. Anyone with a jumbo deposit can earn up to 5.80% APY.  ( 20 min )

Learn which countries are among the top 25 economies in the world. The United States has been the largest for over a century, but China may soon overtake it.  ( 47 min )

Active participant status is a reference to an individual's participation in various employer-sponsored retirement plans.  ( 23 min )

When it comes to real estate, you’ll usually, but not always, come out ahead by renting instead of buying—but you might need to get a degree in economics to tell the difference.  ( 21 min )

The annual earnings of a minimum wage worker with a family of four fall well below the poverty line. The federal minimum wage hasn't increased since 2009.  ( 30 min )

A dependent care FSA allows you to save pretax dollars and can lower your taxable income to support a dependent child or adult. Learn about more benefits to FSAs.  ( 27 min )

Oversold is a term used to describe when an asset is being aggressively sold, and in some cases may have dropped too far. Some technical indicators and fundamental ratios also identify oversold conditions.  ( 26 min )

The Fed-fueled rally for the S&P 500 stalled with the index falling less than 0.1% on Friday, Dec. 15, 2023, but the Dow was up slightly, adding to its all-time high.  ( 19 min )

A Health Savings Account (HSA) can be a big help to those with high-deductible health insurance but it has other benefits and a couple of drawbacks.  ( 33 min )

Current quarter guidance from Steel Dynamics came in above analysts' estimates, and its shares advanced.  ( 18 min )

A bilateral contract is an agreement between two parties in which each side agrees to fulfill their side of the bargain.  ( 21 min )

If your employer offers a 401(k), a 403(b), or a 457(b) retirement plan, you may consider the Roth option, which is more pain now for big gain later.  ( 27 min )

Macroeconomics studies an overall economy or market system, its behaviors, the factors that drive it, and how to improve its performance.  ( 30 min )

Solar power stocks received a boost from Jefferies, which initiated coverage on some of the biggest companies in the sector.  ( 18 min )

Whether you just won the lottery, saved up, or are simply looking for a better way to fly, these are the commercial airlines to book for the ultimate luxury flight.  ( 22 min )

Adani is an Indian billionaire and tycoon who was accused of “pulling the largest con in corporate history” via decades of alleged stock manipulation and corruption.  ( 28 min )

General Motors is set to lay off 1,314 employees at two assembly facilities in Michigan as it discontinues production of the Chevy Bolt and Chevy Camaro, but said it should be able to offer jobs to most elsewhere in the company.  ( 19 min )

Discover how estates are taxed, why estate distributions are generally tax-free, and circumstances that may require an heir to pay taxes on distributions.  ( 21 min )

A new rule passed by the Securities and Exchange Commission will allow ETFs that meet certain conditions to go directly to market.  ( 20 min )

An annualized rate of return calculates the average of returns on an investment into a 12-month period.  ( 22 min )

Indexed universal life (IUL) insurance boasts the flexibility of fixed universal life policies but with the possibility of earning more cash value, within limits.  ( 30 min )

The five Cs of credit are character, capacity, collateral, capital, and conditions. The five Cs of credit are important because lenders use them to set loan rates and terms.  ( 30 min )

See how investment banking and asset management compare as career opportunities to understand which is a better fit based on your skill set and goals.  ( 27 min )

A chargeback is a charge that is returned to a payment card after a customer successfully disputes an item on their account transactions report. Learn more.  ( 24 min )

Trading in commodities futures and options markets reached an all-time high, fed by surging interest in energy contracts amid a volatile oil market.  ( 19 min )

Synthetic is the term given to financial instruments that are engineered to simulate other instruments while altering key characteristics.  ( 22 min )

Balance is the key when selecting an all-ETF portfolio that will hedge against market volatility. It can create instant stock diversification.  ( 25 min )

Stanley Black & Decker Inc. sold its attachment and handheld hydraulic tool unit to Sweden's Epiroc AB for $760 million.  ( 18 min )

Cryptocurrency insurance offers investors and exchanges limited reimbursement of funds lost due to theft.  ( 24 min )

Learn about plans and accounts that allow you to efficiently save for your child's or grandchild’s education while shielding the savings from the IRS as much as possible.  ( 31 min )

Credit cards and debit cards may look identical, but they are quite different. Be strategic about which type of card you use.  ( 33 min )

Class C-shares are classes of mutual fund shares that carry annual administrative fees, set at a fixed percentage. However, unlike other share classes, they do not carry sales charges when they are bought or when they're sold after a certain period.  ( 22 min )

A pension plan is an employee benefit that commits the employer to make regular payments to the employee in retirement.  ( 34 min )

A job interview is a place to describe skills and abilities related to the job, not share personal information. Learn what personal facts to keep to yourself.  ( 24 min )

A Santa Claus rally is the sustained increase in the stock market that occurs around the Christmas holiday on Dec. 25.  ( 25 min )

Alice Jarcho was the second woman to own a seat on the New York Stock Exchange and the first woman to hold a position as a full-time floor broker.  ( 23 min )

While Roth IRAs aren’t intended for active trading, experienced investors can use stock options to hedge positions or generate extra income.  ( 24 min )

The average return is the simple mathematical average of a series of returns generated over a specified period of time.  ( 20 min )

Palantir Technologies Inc. received a one-year extension of its contract with the U.S. Army for its data management program.  ( 18 min )

Wilbur Ross is known as a bankruptcy specialist and served as the Secretary of Commerce during the Trump Administration.  ( 23 min )

The International Fisher Effect states the movement of the exchange rate of two currencies is proportional to the difference in their nominal interest rates.  ( 22 min )

U.S. equities edged higher at midday on Friday, Dec. 15, 2023 as tech and solar stocks surged following indications from the Fed that it will cut interest rates next year.  ( 19 min )

Shares of Costco climbed to a record high after the company released its latest results—here's why.  ( 18 min )

Rates on 30-year loans have plummeted almost four-tenths of a point in two days—down to their cheapest level since May—and 15-year rates have sunk more than half a point.  ( 20 min )

Opco is the abbreviation for "operating company," often used when describing a business that uses multiple business entities in conducting operations.  ( 22 min )

Investors should prepare for lower interest rates, weaker economic growth, improving earnings, jitters around the upcoming U.S. election and crypto taking another step into the mainstream.  ( 25 min )

William Cavanaugh III is the former Lead Director on the Board of Directors of the Duke Realty. He is a veteran executive of the energy field and philanthropist.  ( 24 min )

The Kuwaiti dinar (KWD) is the national currency of the State of Kuwait, a country located on the Persian Gulf.  ( 24 min )

Sign your name to the back to endorse a check. This tells the bank or credit union that you are the payee and that you are ready to accept your money.  ( 28 min )

These are the key considerations for 401(k) plan administrators to know about including cryptocurrencies in a retirement portfolio.  ( 27 min )

These are the best dividend stocks for December 2023 based on yield.  ( 22 min )

Investopedia's latest special edition print magazine outlines the core investing principles to help your portfolio ride market waves, grow wealth, and navigate losses.  ( 18 min )

Camouflage compensation is pay and/or benefits granted to upper-echelon employees that may not be easy to identify in mandatory company financial filings.  ( 23 min )

The decision between earning an MBA or a more specialized master’s degree in economics or finance can be based on many factors. Learn about the differences.  ( 24 min )

These are seven of the best-performing growth stocks for December 2023 based on above-average returns.  ( 21 min )

These two stocks and one ETF are worth watching today. We look at the reasons why and identify important chart levels to watch.  ( 20 min )

Costco shares rose as sales of Thanksgiving pies and gold bars helped boost its earnings, and General Motors will lay off 1,300 workers as it ends production of the Chevy Bolt. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 20 min )

As investors become more environmentally conscious, they have access to an increasing number of green exchange-traded funds (ETFs).  ( 26 min )

Student loan grace periods allow time to prepare for loan repayment. Learn how student loan grace periods work and how to create a loan payoff plan.  ( 27 min )

Paying Social Security contributions continues even past reaching full retirement age, but can increase future Social Security retirement benefits.  ( 26 min )

Avoid these common money traps to get a handle on your finances and make smarter financial decisions.  ( 27 min )

Learn about reinvesting ETF dividends, including the benefits and drawbacks of dividend reinvestment plans (DRIPs) and manual reinvestment.  ( 24 min )

The European Union (EU) is a political and economic union of 27 countries. It promotes democratic values and is a powerful trade bloc.  ( 27 min )

Current quarter guidance from Steel Dynamics came in above analysts' estimates, and its shares advanced.  ( 1 min )

General Motors is set to lay off 1,314 employees at two assembly facilities in Michigan as it discontinues production of the Chevy Bolt and Chevy Camaro, but said it should be able to offer jobs to most elsewhere in the company.  ( 1 min )

Stanley Black & Decker Inc. sold its attachment and handheld hydraulic tool unit to Sweden's Epiroc AB for $760 million.  ( 1 min )

Palantir Technologies Inc. received a one-year extension of its contract with the U.S. Army for its data management program.  ( 1 min )

Shares of Costco climbed to a record high after the company released its latest results—here's why.  ( 1 min )

The Fed-fueled rally for the S&P 500 stalled with the index falling less than 0.1% on Friday, Dec. 15, 2023, but the Dow was up slightly, adding to its all-time high.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities edged higher at midday on Friday, Dec. 15, 2023 as tech and solar stocks surged following indications from the Fed that it will cut interest rates next year.  ( 1 min )

Investors should prepare for lower interest rates, weaker economic growth, improving earnings, jitters around the upcoming U.S. election and crypto taking another step into the mainstream.  ( 1 min )

These two stocks and one ETF are worth watching today. We look at the reasons why and identify important chart levels to watch.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures were up in premarket trading Friday putting the major stock indexes on track to rise for the seventh straight week.  ( 1 min )

Costco shares rose as sales of Thanksgiving pies and gold bars helped boost its earnings, and General Motors will lay off 1,300 workers as it ends production of the Chevy Bolt. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

Het Duitse luchtvaartconcern Lufthansa Group gaat vanaf 8 januari weer vluchten uitvoeren naar Tel Aviv. Veel luchtvaartmaatschappijen stopten met vliegen richting Israël vanwege de oorlog tussen het land en Hamas.  ( 8 min )

De Britse sigarettenproducent British American Tobacco (BAT) heeft in Nederland boetes gekregen van in totaal 107 miljoen euro. Ook moet het bedrijf alsnog belasting betalen over 1,8 miljard euro winst die in ons land werd behaald.  ( 9 min )

Shein en Temu, twee Chinese webwinkels, vliegen elkaar in de Verenigde Staten in de haren. Volgens Temu, dat naar de rechter is gestapt, zou zijn concurrent zich bedienen van intimiderende maffiapraktijken.  ( 9 min )

De Nederlandse overheid moet het klimaatbeleid versnellen en met die aanpak het goede voorbeeld geven. Dat schrijven wetenschappers uit meerdere disciplines aan het kabinet dat de komende tijd moet worden gevormd. "Versnellen levert allerlei voordelen op."  ( 12 min )

Maersk, een van de grootste containerrederijen ter wereld, laat zijn schepen voorlopig niet meer over de Rode Zee varen. Gisteren en vandaag zijn daar twee containerschepen aangevallen. In plaats daarvan varen de boten voortaan langs Zuid-Afrika.  ( 8 min )

Maersk, een van 's werelds grootste containerrederijen, laat zijn schepen voorlopig niet meer door de Rode Zee varen. Dit omdat gisteren en vandaag twee containerschepen zijn aangevallen. In plaats daarvan varen de boten voortaan langs Zuid-Afrika.  ( 8 min )

Nederland heeft toch ingestemd met de toetreding van Bulgarije tot het Schengengebied. Nederland was lange tijd een van de weinige landen die zich verzette tegen toetreding van Bulgarije tot de zone waarin vrij gereisd mag worden.  ( 9 min )

Parkeerapp EasyPark is deze week getroffen door een cyberaanval. Volgens de makers zijn gegevens als namen, telefoonnummers en adressen van klanten gelekt.  ( 9 min )

Het tekort aan leraren en schoolleiders is het afgelopen jaar toegenomen, ondanks de miljoenen die in de sector geïnvesteerd worden. Kijkend naar het afnemende aantal pabo-inschrijvingen nemen de tekorten de komende jaren verder toe.  ( 10 min )

Vuurwerkvrije vakantieparken zitten rond de jaarwisseling weer vol met mensen die het geknal tijdens Oud en Nieuw willen ontvluchten. Het aantal vakantieparken waar geen vuurwerk mag worden afgestoken, is dit jaar met 22 procent toegenomen tot 54, zegt vergelijkingswebsite Parkvakanties.  ( 9 min )

Verhuurders van woningen in de vrije sector mogen hun huurprijzen komend jaar met maximaal 5,5 procent verhogen. Dat meldt het ministerie van Binnenlandse Zaken vrijdag. In september werd nog uitgegaan van een verhoging van 4,9 procent.  ( 9 min )

De Russische centrale bank heeft de rente verder verhoogd naar 16 procent. Dat is het hoogste niveau sinds april 2022.  ( 8 min )

De Russische centrale bank heeft de rente verder verhoogd naar 16 procent. Dat is het hoogste niveau sinds april 2022.  ( 8 min )

De gemeente Maashorst wil driehonderd asielzoekers opvangen in een Udens hotel. Dit plan stuitte op veel protest van omwonenden. Ook op ons reactieplatform NUjij ontstond discussie. Hoe komen asielzoekers die mogen blijven aan een sociale huurwoning? En hoe werkt de wachtlijst daarvoor?  ( 11 min )

Wietrokers kunnen voor het eerst legaal geteelde wiet kopen in Nederland. In Tilburg en Breda start vrijdag fase 1 van het zogenoemde wietexperiment. Coffeeshops in beide steden mogen naast cannabis van drie legale telers voorlopig ook gedoogde producten blijven verkopen.  ( 10 min )

De CO2-uitstoot van een pakketje dat een reis aflegt van een distributiepunt naar een huisadres is omlaaggegaan. Doordat er meer depots bij zijn gekomen en de voertuigen schoner rijden, is pakketbezorging een stuk minder vervuilend dan in 2018.  ( 9 min )

De gemeente Maashorst wil driehonderd asielzoekers opvangen in een Udens hotel. Dit plan stuitte op veel protest van omwonenden. Ook op ons reactieplatform NUjij ontstond discussie. Hoe komen asielzoekers die mogen blijven aan een sociale huurwoning? En hoe werkt de wachtlijst daarvoor?  ( 10 min )

Medewerkers van het Haagse openbaarvervoerbedrijf HTM gaan er vanaf volgend jaar gemiddeld 23 procent op vooruit. Vakbond CNV spreekt van "een ongekend resultaat".  ( 8 min )

De EU-leiders zijn er niet in geslaagd het eens te worden over een steunpakket van miljarden euro's voor Oekraïne, zegt demissionair premier Mark Rutte. Na urenlang onderhandelen op de EU-top in Brussel blijft Hongarije dwarsliggen.  ( 9 min )

De Amerikaanse minister van Financiën, Janet Yellen, denkt dat kunstmatige intelligentie (AI) een gevaar kan worden voor de financiële stabiliteit. Amerikaanse toezichthouders moeten dat onderwerp volgend jaar hoog op hun prioriteitenlijstje hebben staan, vindt de minister.  ( 8 min )

Er is in de afgelopen drie maanden minder geld uitgegeven in de winkels van H&M. Het warme weer in Europa en het vertrek uit Rusland hebben de Zweedse winkelketen niet geholpen.  ( 8 min )

2023 gaat de boeken in als een recordjaar voor het verbruik van steenkool. Toch zal het verbruik van de flink vervuilende fossiele brandstof vanaf volgend jaar dalen, schrijft het In­ter­na­ti­o­naal Ener­gie­agent­schap in een nieuw rapport.  ( 8 min )

De Europese Unie is het eens geworden over een nieuw pakket sancties tegen Rusland. De EU gaat onder meer de invoer van Russische diamanten verbieden en wil het omzeilen van bestaande sancties strenger aanpakken.  ( 9 min )

De Europese Unie is het eens geworden over een nieuw pakket sancties tegen Rusland. De EU gaat onder meer de invoer van Russische diamanten verbieden en wil het omzeilen van bestaande sancties strenger aanpakken.  ( 9 min )

Algorithmic trading provides a more systematic approach to active trading than one based on intuition or instinct. Here’s how it works.  ( 31 min )

Populous was a peer-to-peer invoice platform founded in 2017. The project was apparently abandoned in 2022.  ( 22 min )

Today's best CD rates are 5.76% from either TotalDirectBank or Dow Credit Union, or 5.75% from four runners-up. Anyone with a jumbo deposit can earn up to 5.80% APY.  ( 20 min )

On Wednesday, officials at the Federal Reserve surprised markets by declaring they were in the early stages of winding down the central bank’s war on inflation, a move that had swift and far-reaching consequences for financial markets and household budgets alike.  ( 20 min )

"Difficulty bomb" referred to the increasing difficulty and time needed to mine Ethereum blocks to discourage a fork after the blockchain transitioned to proof-of-stake.  ( 23 min )

Learn what liquid assets are, what assets are considered to be liquid, and what investments are considered non-liquid assets. Understand why it makes a difference.  ( 26 min )

GM shares jumped after self-driving unit Cruise said it would cut 24% of its workforce as it redirects spending after an accident that led to regulators suspending its operations.  ( 19 min )

An exchange-traded fund (ETF) is a basket of securities that tracks an underlying index. ETFs can contain investments such as stocks and bonds.  ( 39 min )

Improvements to a moribund market arise from mortgage bills falling to their lowest levels since spring as rates fell below 7% and 8% higher listings compared with last year.  ( 19 min )

A traditional IRA allows individuals to direct pre-tax income toward investments that can grow tax-deferred.  ( 32 min )

The Fed appears to be recalibrating its inflation strategy, but history's rife with premature inflation victories. IMF research shows countries tend to celebrate beating inflation by citing results that don't last.  ( 21 min )

The S&P 500 gained 0.3% on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, and the Dow added to its record high, following Fed comments signaling potential rate cuts next year.  ( 18 min )

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Inc. bought more Occidental Petroleum stock after the oil company's recent acquisition of shale driller CrownRock.  ( 19 min )

Amazon is off the hook for about $270 million in taxes to the EU after the Court of Justice ruled in its favor, a setback for the European Commission's crackdown on internal tax havens.  ( 19 min )

We've all weathered economic uncertainty. Having $100,000 in savings can help you significantly in a difficult time. Learn some tricks to save your first $100,000.  ( 27 min )

Retail traders buy and sell securities for their own accounts, while institutional traders buy and sell for accounts they manage for groups or institutions.  ( 22 min )

Teachers have some special things to consider in planning for retirement, especially if they aren't eligible for Social Security benefits.  ( 28 min )

AT&T will buy electric vehicles from Rivian as the telecom giant targets becoming carbon neutral by 2035.  ( 18 min )

Mining pools all have various ways of sharing rewards, assigning work, and charging fees. Learn more about the inner workings of mining pools.  ( 24 min )

A withdrawal is a removal of funds from an account, plan, pension, or trust. Often, conditions must be met in order to avoid penalties.  ( 23 min )

Individual Investors Feel Emboldened by the Rally, Leaning More into Stocks and ETFs  ( 21 min )

The witching hour is the final hour of trading on the days options and futures contracts expire.  ( 25 min )

A hanging man is a bearish candlestick pattern that forms at the end of an uptrend and warns of lower prices to come. The candle is formed by a long lower shadow coupled with a small real body.  ( 25 min )

The Jackson Hole Economic Symposium, sponsored annually by the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, has been held in Jackson Hole, Wyo., since 1981.  ( 23 min )

Weigh the pros and cons of taking a traditional monthly pension payment versus a lump sum payment. The right decision for you will depend on several factors.  ( 27 min )

Alexander Hamilton wasn't only responsible for music; he founded most of America's finance and set the country on a strong financial course.  ( 33 min )

Income tax payable is the line in a balance sheet's current liability section for income taxes due to the IRS within 12 months. Learn why it matters for businesses.  ( 24 min )

A bank statement is a record, typically sent to the account holder every month, summarizing all transactions in an account during a set time period.  ( 24 min )

Investors who know the rules can turn their losing stock picks into tax savings through carefully managed deductions. Here's how to deduct your losses.  ( 26 min )

An after-tax contribution is a deposit into a retirement account of money that has been taxed in the year in which it was paid into the account.  ( 25 min )

Net of tax is an accounting figure that has been adjusted for the effects of taxes.  ( 26 min )

Passive income is earnings from a rental property, limited partnership, or other enterprise in which a person is not actively involved.  ( 31 min )

Whether retirees should pay off their mortgages depends on a number of factors that need to be carefully weighed.  ( 24 min )

If you can check off these six lifestyle benchmarks, you are likely a member of the middle class.  ( 24 min )

There are many types of trusts that are important to know about when planning your estate. Read about living, revocable, and irrevocable trusts.  ( 26 min )

Hashing out a family retirement plan can be overwhelming. That's why it's important to revisit things like timing, saving for kids’ college, and caregiving for elderly parents each year.  ( 27 min )

More house hunters are seeing something that's been very hard to come by since August—mortgage rates below 7%.  ( 19 min )

The costs of estate planning can be significant and used to be tax deductible. The Tax Cut and Jobs Act eliminated this tax benefit, at least for now.  ( 21 min )

The Tesla Model S is a strong economic choice for today's consumers, but the price and cache demand a second look at the costs and benefits of owning.  ( 24 min )

A vaccine made by Moderna and Merck showed promise in preventing recurrence and death for patients afflicted by skin cancer.  ( 18 min )

As of 2022, the average cost of raising a child to age 17 is $310,605.  ( 25 min )

As Ethereum has moved to a proof-of-stake model, mining will no longer be required. So, what happened to the ether miners, and what can they do?  ( 22 min )

Intel shares rose on Thursday after the company launched its latest artificial intelligence (AI)-optimized processors to raise its profile amid the AI boom.  ( 19 min )

Many motives drive companies into the arms of an acquirer. Learn the reasons why owners sell out.  ( 24 min )

Refinancing can lower your student loan payments. But does it make sense for your financial situation?  ( 26 min )

The engineering grad turned hedge fund VP quit a stable job to build “the everything store.”  ( 30 min )

Passive activity loss rules are a set of tax regulations that prohibit the use of passive losses to offset taxable earned or ordinary income. Learn when they apply.  ( 24 min )

Adobe shares tumbled after reporting fiscal fourth quarter earnings and revenue that beat estimates—here's why.  ( 20 min )

U.S. equities advanced at midday Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, with the Dow adding to Wednesday's Fed-fueled high after data showed retail sales rising.  ( 18 min )

Rates on 30-year mortgages have plunged again, continuing a strong downward trend of the past few weeks. The 30-year average is down to its lowest level in more than four months.  ( 20 min )

Rent prices in November were down 2.1% compared with a year ago, as a 7% jump in apartment construction drove up supply, with landlords offering incentives to attract tenants.  ( 19 min )

From how much you need to open an account to the investments to choose, this guide will get you started.  ( 38 min )

If Americans are increasingly anxious about the economy and their budgets, they’re dealing with it in a surprising way—retail therapy.  ( 22 min )

Here are the tax deductions that went away, and a few that stayed, with the implementation of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.  ( 35 min )

There are issues to consider when using QDRO money to pay for a home, such as the tax implications.  ( 25 min )

For a business planning to make a deal, it can be intimidating. This is why merger and acquisition firms step in to lead the buying and selling process.  ( 24 min )

Millennials may not be worrying about retirement just yet, but they should be thinking about how much they’ll need to save.  ( 25 min )

Find out some of the companies that pay towards the cost of completing an MBA and how much they contribute. Learn about the benefits of this degree.  ( 28 min )

A hedge fund manager oversees investments made with the pool of funds placed in the fund by investors. Often, they're compensated by the 2-and-20 fee structure.  ( 26 min )

Poloniex is a digital asset exchange that focuses on decentralized finance, trading, and NFTs, for non-U.S. users. Learn more about Poloniex and what it does.  ( 24 min )

The most important steps to take when gifting a car are to make sure you have a clear title, that the car is in good shape, that you understand your state's title transfer process, and that you fill out and submit all required documents.  ( 25 min )

Scenario analysis is the process of estimating the expected value of a portfolio after a given change in the values of key factors takes place.  ( 24 min )

These two stocks and one ETF made noteworthy moves recently. We look at the reasons why and identify important chart levels to watch.  ( 20 min )

Adobe shares tumbled after the software maker gave a weaker-than-expected forecast and warned it could face penalties from a government investigation. General Motors robotaxi unit Cruise fired nine of its executives following an investigation into its self-driving vehicles. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 20 min )

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) measures change over time in the prices paid by consumers for a representative basket of goods and services.  ( 33 min )

Inflation is a decrease in the purchasing power of money, reflected in a general increase in the prices of goods and services in an economy.  ( 39 min )

Unemployed individuals can take money out of their 401(k), but they should do so carefully. Here's how to make 401(k) withdrawals when unemployed.  ( 26 min )

An underpayment penalty is an IRS fee for failing to pay enough of your total tax liability during the year. Here’s how to determine if you owe an underpayment penalty.  ( 26 min )

A qualified domestic relations order can split pension or retirement funds in a divorce.  ( 25 min )

A euro ETF is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that invests in the euro, either directly or through euro-denominated short-term debt.  ( 21 min )

An international exchange-traded fund (ETF) is any ETF that invests in foreign-based securities.  ( 22 min )

Exchange traded products (ETPs) are types of securities that track underlying securities, an index, or other financial instruments. ETPs trade on exchanges similar to stocks.  ( 23 min )

ETFs offer more convenient ways to access the many benefits of covered call strategies, such as lower volatility.  ( 23 min )

It became more competitive in a crucial overseas market, after all.  ( 35 min )

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General Motors on Thursday announced it will layoff over 1,300 workers at two Michigan plants in connection to ending production of vehicles.  ( 35 min )

This special dividend is 50% larger than any of the four special dividends it has paid previously.  ( 36 min )

The current dynamics of demand and production indicate the oversupply could persist for a while, a bad sign for oil investors.  ( 28 min )

One pundit gets sharply more bullish in anticipation of Fed rate cuts.  ( 35 min )

C3.ai rallied as investors celebrated news of coming rate cuts.  ( 35 min )

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The wholesale retail giant came in as a go-to spot for value once again.  ( 36 min )

Intel's new server CPUs will add competitive pressure to Advanced Micro Devices.  ( 35 min )

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Investors will get a cash dividend of $15 per common share, the company said Thursday.  ( 19 min )

Costco Wholesale surpassed market expectations for quarterly sales on Thursday, as more customers turning to its stores for cheaper groceries and essentials offset slowing demand for discretionary items. Total revenue at the company rose to $57.8 billion in the first quarter, compared to analysts' estimates of revenue of $57.72 billion, according to LSEG data.  ( 34 min )

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc (NASDAQ: AMD), touted as the closest rival to artificial intelligence kingpin Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ: NVDA) ruling the AI accelerator market, upped competition with its recent launch of artificial chip MI300X launch and sharing a focus on the Indian market. After gaining market share in PCs and servers, AMD forayed the AI accelerator market with its MI300, targeting a market that could grow to over $400 billion in four years. However, Intel Corp's (NASDAQ: INTC) latest m  ( 35 min )

The AI server maker rallied hard amid enthusiasm for an economic "soft landing."  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- A bankrupt Arizona youth-sports complex was sold in a transaction that will virtually wipe out bondholders, capping a collapse that marks one of the biggest municipal-debt defaults since the pandemic. Most Read from BloombergRange Rovers Become Thief-Magnets, Causing Prices to TumbleWall Street Traders Go All-In on Great Monetary Pivot of 2024US Approves New Kind of Nuclear Reactor for First Time in 50 YearsOwner of the Philippines’ Largest Malls Says China Feud May Hurt Businesse  ( 35 min )

Legendary investor Warren Buffett is known for his modest lifestyle and frugal habits, despite his immense wealth. In 2007, he revealed in an interview something unique he always keeps in his wallet: a McDonald’s gold card that entitles him to free meals in his hometown of Omaha, Nebraska, for the rest of his life. The card exemplifies his simple living while adding an amusing twist to his persona. “So that's why the Buffett family has Christmas dinner at McDonald's,” Buffett said. Buffett’s McD  ( 36 min )

Rivian (RIVN) shares charged higher on Thursday after the electric truck maker announced a new commercial client for its trucks, expanding beyond its original delivery van deal with Amazon.  ( 36 min )

Although recent consumer price index (CPI) reports have signified that inflation levels are slowly declining from the much higher percentages of the past two years, inflation remains a problem for many Americans, especially those on fixed incomes in retirement. But many retirees or those nearing retirement age benefit from investing in dividend stocks, such as real estate investment trusts (REITs), because the monthly or quarterly payments help them in paying ongoing expenses. And unlike a CD, h  ( 37 min )

Palantir benefited from the rising effectiveness of artificial intelligence (AI) in 2023.  ( 35 min )

Pfizer is facing more doubt and scrutiny as it lacks a blockbuster to fill its coffers after the pandemic boom subsides.  ( 38 min )

The Fed meeting spurred confidence in lower inflation and lower interest rates in 2024.  ( 37 min )

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With the Fed forecasting more rate cuts than initially expected in 2024, some of this year's most beaten-down areas of the market are in rally mode.  ( 37 min )

With the Fed forecasting more rate cuts than initally expected in 2024, some of this year's most beaten down areas of the market are in rally mode.  ( 37 min )

Ford announced it is significantly decreasing the supply of electric trucks in 2024.  ( 35 min )

Whether retirees should pay off their mortgages depends on a number of factors that need to be carefully weighed.  ( 24 min )

The Fed's dovish announcement yesterday was good for ChargePoint.  ( 35 min )

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Rates on 30-year mortgages have plunged again, continuing a strong downward trend of the past few weeks. The 30-year average is down to its lowest level in more than four months.  ( 22 min )

Shares of Moderna (MRNA) soared around 14% on Thursday on the news that a personalized cancer vaccine, in partnership with Merck (MRK), reduced the risk of late-stage melanoma by 49%  ( 36 min )

The EV maker and AT&T unveiled a pilot program for the phone company to use its all-electric vehicles.  ( 22 min )

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Bernard Looney has said he is proud of his record at BP just a day after the oil giant’s board said he would forfeit £32m over “serious misconduct”.  ( 35 min )

Investors continue to react to news that the Fed could cut interest rates next year.  ( 35 min )

Where do millionaires keep their money? High net worth individuals put money into different classifications of financial and real assets, including stocks, mutual funds, retirement accounts and real estate. Most of the 20.27 million millionaires in the U.S. did not … Continue reading → The post Where Do Millionaires Keep Their Money? appeared first on SmartAsset Blog.  ( 37 min )

Moderna shares rose more than 11% after the company and partner Merck [disclosed positive trial results](https://www.merck.com/news/moderna-and-merck-announce-mrna-4157-v940-an-investigational-personalized-mrna-cancer-vaccine-in-combination-with-keytruda-pembrolizumab-met-primary-efficacy-endpoint-i  ( 24 min )

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Investors should consider buying these AI stocks before they step on the gas.  ( 37 min )

“There’s going to be more old people doing everything. Working, traveling, eating out. It’s an unavoidable trend.”  ( 35 min )

Apple shares have set an all-time high and the stock is hovering just below $200. Analysts at Citi say there are three reasons to think shares of the iPhone maker can break $200.  ( 25 min )

We're already seeing subtle hints of major shifts in its business.  ( 38 min )

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These three Vanguard funds are an easy way to grow your money over time.  ( 36 min )

Can this beaten-down AI stock regain its mojo and deliver strong gains to investors in the coming year?  ( 37 min )

I was left $200,000 in an IRA Beneficiary Distribution Account (BDA) when my father passed. I have 10 years to withdraw this money. I'm at the 35% federal tax rate currently and plan to make a similar annual income over the next 10 years. Taking the money out in one lump sum would not change […] The post Ask an Advisor: My Dad Left Me $200k in an IRA, but I’m in the 35% Tax Bracket. How Should I Structure My Withdrawals? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 37 min )

Investors shouldn't be quick to discount Novo Nordisk's long-term potential.  ( 36 min )

These stocks are still relatively cheap, but don't expect them to stay that way for long.  ( 37 min )

The highest-yielding stock on this list pays 7.7%.  ( 38 min )

Analysts at Citi say there are three reasons to think shares of the iPhone maker can break $200.  ( 24 min )

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If you are trying to find stocks that look cheap, you don't need to look very far. Here are two iconic consumer staples options.  ( 37 min )

Tesla stock investors can finally celebrate as Tesla's Cybertruck is announced.  ( 34 min )

Don't let the recent drop in this artificial intelligence stock scare you, because it's building toward something big.  ( 38 min )

These variable dividends offer investors some income upside.  ( 37 min )

Several major bank stocks rallied after the Federal Reserve signaled at least three rate cuts in 2024.  ( 37 min )

The AI revolution is red hot, but investors can still buy these stocks at prices that leave room for explosive gains.  ( 37 min )

Imagine you have $50,000 to give to your daughter and her husband for a down payment on their new home. The question is, will you owe gift taxes because of your generous gesture? Despite popular framing, the federal gift and estate taxes only apply to very wealthy households. Unless you have approximately $13 million to […] The post I Want to Give My Daughter and Her Husband $50,000 For a Down Payment. Do I Have to Worry About the Gift Tax? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 38 min )

Not every stock has had a strong end to the year.  ( 36 min )

Warren Buffett is one of the best investors of all time, and his current portfolio in Berkshire Hathaway is surprisingly concentrated into just five stocks, some he has owned for decades.  ( 35 min )

Can MicroStrategy and Riot Platforms continue to benefit from the soaring price of Bitcoin?  ( 37 min )

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There's a higher probability that Energy Transfer's payout will be higher in the future.  ( 37 min )

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Cathie Wood's Ark Invest is very bullish on Bitcoin.  ( 36 min )

These two stocks and one ETF helped the billionaire's hedge fund make a boatload of money in 2023.  ( 36 min )

Lesser-known companies like this one can bring massive returns to investors who buy early.  ( 36 min )

There's some reason to be bullish on the stock next year.  ( 37 min )

Pfizer recently outlined expectations for 2024 results in light of an upcoming $43 billion acquisition of Seagen.  ( 37 min )

It's been a wild year for QuantumScape, but there's still plenty of hope its battery technology will take off soon.  ( 37 min )

Two safe-haven utility stocks are phenomenal bargains following a difficult year, while another previously time-tested utility is rife with red flags.  ( 39 min )

The growing demand for AI hardware and the need for quality data to train AI models will be tailwinds for these two companies.  ( 38 min )

These growth stocks could ride the artificial intelligence boom higher during the next bull market.  ( 38 min )

The S&P 500 soared 8.9% in November. Monthly returns of that magnitude have historically signaled further gains in the stock market.  ( 38 min )

These supercharged income stocks, which sport an average yield of 8.9%, can fatten your pocketbook every month in the new year.  ( 39 min )

The cloud stock seems to have recovered from a multiyear slump.  ( 37 min )

The dollar fell to a more than four-month low against the yen on Thursday, reflecting expectations for U.S. rate cuts next year. New Federal Reserve projections Wednesday showed that officials ant  ( 25 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Some of the biggest names in the bond world are at odds about just how far Treasuries can rally now the Federal Reserve has signaled a pivot toward interest-rate cuts. Most Read from BloombergCitigroup Offers Partial Early Bonuses to Encourage Staff DeparturesJPMorgan Is in a Fight Over Its Client’s Lost $50 Million FortuneTesla Recalls 2 Million Cars to Fix Autopilot Safety FlawsElon Musk Is Planning a New University in AustinFed Pivots to Rate Cuts as Inflation Heads Toward 2% G  ( 35 min )

Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway now owns 27% of Occidental Petroleum stock after recent purchases.  ( 22 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Berkshire Hathaway Inc. has bought nearly $590 million of Occidental Petroleum Corp. stock this week, after the Texas oil company agreed to buy private Permian producer CrownRock LP in one of the biggest energy deals of the year. Most Read from BloombergJPMorgan Is in a Fight Over Its Client’s Lost $50 Million FortuneCitigroup Offers Partial Early Bonuses to Encourage Staff DeparturesTesla Recalls 2 Million Cars to Fix Autopilot Safety FlawsFed Pivots to Rate Cuts as Inflation Hea  ( 34 min )

Berkshire Hathaway acquired nearly 10.5 million shares of Occidental Petroleum so far this week for about $588.7 million, according to a filing at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Wednesday.  ( 34 min )

The S&P 500 gained 0.3% on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, and the Dow added to its record high, following Fed comments signaling potential rate cuts next year.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities advanced at midday Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, with the Dow adding to Wednesday's Fed-fueled high after data showed retail sales rising.  ( 1 min )

These two stocks and one ETF made noteworthy moves recently. We look at the reasons why and identify important chart levels to watch.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures were up in premarket trading Thursday as markets rode the high of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision and economic forecasts yesterday.  ( 1 min )

Adobe shares tumbled after the software maker gave a weaker-than-expected forecast and warned it could face penalties from a government investigation. General Motors robotaxi unit Cruise fired nine of its executives following an investigation into its self-driving vehicles. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

GM shares jumped after self-driving unit Cruise said it would cut 24% of its workforce as it redirects spending after an accident that led to regulators suspending its operations.  ( 1 min )

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Inc. bought more Occidental Petroleum stock after the oil company's recent acquisition of shale driller CrownRock.  ( 1 min )

AT&T will buy electric vehicles from Rivian as the telecom giant targets becoming carbon neutral by 2035.  ( 1 min )

Amazon is off the hook for about $270 million in taxes to the EU after the Court of Justice ruled in its favor, a setback for the European Commission's crackdown on internal tax havens.  ( 1 min )

A vaccine made by Moderna and Merck showed promise in preventing recurrence and death for patients afflicted by skin cancer.  ( 1 min )

Intel shares rose on Thursday after the company launched its latest artificial intelligence (AI)-optimized processors to raise its profile amid the AI boom.  ( 1 min )

Adobe shares tumbled after reporting fiscal fourth quarter earnings and revenue that beat estimates—here's why.  ( 1 min )

Shares of Etsy fell after the e-commerce company announced layoffs of 225 employees, including its Chief Marketing Officer.  ( 1 min )

De Europese Unie is het eens geworden over een nieuw sanctiepakket tegen Rusland. De EU gaat onder meer de invoer van Russische diamanten verbieden en wil het omzeilen van bestaande sancties strenger aanpakken.  ( 9 min )

Bijna tweehonderd landen hebben op de klimaattop in Dubai afgesproken om het gebruik van fossiele brandstoffen af te bouwen. Maar wat betekent zo'n afspraak nou écht? "De druk neemt aan alle kanten enorm toe om weg te bewegen van fossiel."  ( 11 min )

Bijna tweehonderd landen hebben op de klimaattop in Dubai afgesproken om het gebruik van fossiele brandstoffen af te bouwen. Maar wat betekent zo'n afspraak nou écht? "De druk neemt aan alle kanten enorm toe om weg te bewegen van fossiel."  ( 11 min )

Rabobank heeft een boete van 12 miljoen euro gekregen, omdat de bank onzorgvuldig is geweest bij het verstrekken van maatwerkhypotheken. De bank week volgens toezichthouder AFM te makkelijk af van de leennormen die zeggen hoe hoog een hypotheek mag zijn.  ( 9 min )

In 2024 gaan alle werknemers er op hun loonstrook wat op vooruit. In deze video bekijken we wat jij erbij krijgt door de verandering in de arbeidskorting en de algemene heffingskorting.  ( 3 min )

In 2024 gaan alle werknemers er op hun loonstrook wat op vooruit. In deze video bekijken we wat jij erbij krijgt door de verandering in de arbeidskorting en de algemene heffingskorting.  ( 3 min )

De Europese Centrale Bank (ECB) houdt de rente voor de tweede keer op rij ongewijzigd na een ongekende serie verhogingen in het afgelopen anderhalf jaar. Die waren bedoeld om de inflatie onder controle krijgen, inmiddels stijgen prijzen inderdaad minder hard.  ( 10 min )

Wie aangesloten is op een warmtenet van Eneco betaalt volgend jaar ongeveer 7 euro per maand meer dan dit jaar. Dit geldt voor huishoudens die niet zoveel stoken. Wie wel veel verbruikt, gaat juist minder betalen.  ( 8 min )

Vrijwel alle werknemers in Nederland gaan er volgend jaar in loon op vooruit. Jan Modaal, met een brutoloon van 3.395,06 euro, ontvangt komend jaar netto 79,17 euro meer per maand. De stijging is het grootst voor mensen die een minimumloon verdienen.  ( 10 min )

Toezichthouder ACM heeft een Nederlands wortelkartel aangepakt. Vier telers en verkopers van wortelen krijgen samen ruim 2,5 miljoen euro boete vanwege ongeoorloofde afspraken over het verdelen van de markt.  ( 8 min )

De Europese Unie gaat de controle op kinderarbeid en schade aan het milieu verscherpen. Vooral grote Europese bedrijven moeten sneller optreden als er iets niet in de haak is in hun toeleveringsketens.  ( 8 min )

Threads is eindelijk écht uitgebracht in Nederland. De app, die de strijd moet aangaan met Elon Musks platform X, was al bijna een half jaar bruikbaar in de Verenigde Staten. In Europa werd het gebruik van de dienst maandenlang geblokkeerd.  ( 10 min )

De verpakkingsvrije supermarkt Pieter Pot is donderdag failliet verklaard door de rechter in Rotterdam. Het bedrijf zat al geruime tijd in de problemen en kon niet meer aan zijn schulden voldoen.  ( 9 min )

Vrijwel alle werkende Nederlanders gaan er volgend jaar in loon op vooruit. Jan Modaal, met een brutoloon van 3.395,06 euro, ontvangt komend jaar netto 79,17 euro meer per maand. De stijging is het grootst voor mensen die een minimumloon verdienen.  ( 9 min )

De Amerikaanse centrale bank heeft voor de vierde keer dit jaar de rente gelijk gehouden. De rente is in de afgelopen tijd vaak verhoogd in de strijd tegen inflatie, maar de ergste prijsstijgingen lijken nu achter de rug.  ( 9 min )

Claimstichting SDBN heeft haar massaclaim tegen de verkeerde partij aangespannen, zegt Adobe. SDBN beweert dat het softwarebedrijf via sites van tal van bedrijven stiekem persoonsgegevens verzamelt, maar Adobe spreekt dat tegen.  ( 9 min )

Claimstichting SDBN heeft haar massaclaim tegen de verkeerde partij aangespannen, zegt Adobe. SDBN beweert dat het softwarebedrijf via sites van tal van bedrijven stiekem persoonsgegevens verzamelt, maar Adobe spreekt dat tegen.  ( 9 min )

Nagenoeg alle werkende Nederlanders gaan er volgend jaar in loon op vooruit. Jan Modaal, met een brutoloon van 3395,06 euro ontvangt komend jaar netto 79,17 euro meer per maand. De stijging is het grootst voor mensen die een minimumloon verdienen.  ( 8 min )

Hoeveel groenten kunnen we uit de moestuin eten? En is de omgeving wel gezond voor onze kinderen? Zulke vragen leven bij omwonenden van Chemours in Dordrecht. Een eenduidig antwoord ontbreekt vaak. Daarvoor is nog te veel onduidelijk.  ( 12 min )

Het aantal jonge mensen dat een hypotheek aanvraagt is de afgelopen maand met 26 procent gestegen. Mensen onder de 35 jaar lenen gemiddeld 8,7 procent meer dan een jaar geleden. Dat is de grootste stijging in anderhalf jaar.  ( 3 min )

De klimaattop in Dubai begon met het officieel oprichten van een klimaatschadefonds. Inmiddels is ruim 700 miljoen euro toegezegd, vooral door Europese landen. Drie klimaatactivisten uit ontwikkelingslanden vertellen waarom zo'n fonds volgens hen nodig is.  ( 11 min )

De klimaattop in Dubai begon met het officieel oprichten van een klimaatschadefonds. Inmiddels is ruim 700 miljoen euro toegezegd, vooral door Europese landen. Drie klimaatactivisten uit ontwikkelingslanden vertellen waarom zo'n fonds volgens hen nodig is.  ( 11 min )

ABN AMRO neemt de beleggingsapp BUX over, laat de bank donderdag weten. Door de overname zijn de bedrijven samen naar eigen zeggen de grootste aanbieder van producten voor beginnende beleggers.  ( 9 min )

Inwoners van Groningen en Noord-Drenthe krijgen vanaf donderdag de keuze of zij geleden aardbevingsschade volgens een nieuwe, eenvoudigere procedure willen laten afhandelen. Schades tot 60.000 euro worden dan hersteld, zonder dat er onderzoek hoeft te worden gedaan naar de oorzaak.  ( 8 min )

The big market catalyst was not any of the sector's companies.  ( 35 min )

The fintech stock has seen volatile swings over the last couple years, and shares could be at a turning point.  ( 36 min )

The best CD rates have skyrocketed to historic highs this year. But will they start coming down in 2024? Here's what we learned from the Fed today.  ( 20 min )

JPMorgan names Amazon and Google among top internet picks for 2024.  ( 36 min )

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The cloud-based AI lending platform added a new financial institution to its growing customer list.  ( 35 min )

Here's how the Fed's December 2023 pause on raising interest rates affects savings products, various types of loans, and credit cards.  ( 37 min )

Jeremy Grantham sees the S&P 500 crashing to 2,200 points if a few things go wrong. Ben Inker, his colleague at GMO, is much more positive on stocks.  ( 34 min )

Why the recent oil mergers are expected to continue well into the rest of this decade.  ( 36 min )

Nvidia's investments in developing chips to accelerate the development of artificial intelligence (AI) is proving to be arguably one of the best business decisions of all time.  ( 35 min )

Focus is on the Fed's last policy decision of 2023, with investors on alert for signs of an end to interest-rate hikes.  ( 54 min )

A little over a week ago, news broke out that Richard Branson has now pulled the plug and won’t be investing further in Virgin Galactic (NYSE:SPCE). The company’s billionaire founder believes Virgin has enough resources to keep going on its own. However, followers of the stock can likely notice that this optimistic view doesn’t align with reality. Virgin Galactic is facing substantial challenges, and Branson’s decision to halt funding may prove to be the final blow. Consequently, I remain bearis  ( 37 min )

In a 2018 YouTube video, “Rich Dad Poor Dad” author Robert Kiyosaki shared valuable insights about financial education for younger generations along with the common pitfalls they face. Kiyosaki emphasized the importance of recognizing the value of time, especially when young. “One of the biggest mistakes I still hear today from young people is, ‘I don’t have to worry ’cause I’m still young,’" he said. "That is death to most people. Eventually, you get old, and then you’re not young again.” He hi  ( 35 min )

Broadcom shares extended gains Wednesday to hit another record high after analysts raised their price target on the stock.  ( 20 min )

Focus is on the Fed's last policy decision of 2023, with investors on alert for signs of an end to interest-rate hikes.  ( 49 min )

After a wild ride for stocks in 2023, what’s next in 2024? Picking the best stocks for the new year isn’t about making predictions, but it’s about choosing high-quality companies with growth prospects and good value for shareholders. Furthermore, it’s important to pick stocks for 2024 from a variety of market sectors. That way, investors can diversify their portfolios and avoid overdependence on one type of stock. So, let’s take a closer look at four picks for potentially powerful returns over t  ( 37 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Marc Benioff’s cash pile grows a bit every day, thanks to a unique selling strategy unlike any other billionaire tracked by the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.Most Read from BloombergJPMorgan Is in a Fight Over Its Client’s Lost $50 Million FortuneCitigroup Offers Partial Early Bonuses to Encourage Staff DeparturesTesla Recalls 2 Million Cars to Fix Autopilot Safety FlawsFed Pivots to Rate Cuts as Inflation Heads Toward 2% GoalElon Musk Is Planning a New University in AustinSince Ju  ( 36 min )

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The Federal Reserve kept its benchmark interest rate in a range of 5.25%-5.50% on Wednesday, leaving rates at their highest level in 22 years to close out 2023.  ( 36 min )

The Federal Reserve kept its benchmark interest rate in a range of 5.25%-5.50% on Wednesday, leaving rates at their highest level in 22 years to close out 2023.  ( 35 min )

The surge in Boeing stock has as much to do with the way Wall Street works as it does with the aerospace industry.  ( 25 min )

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Almost 80% of workers feel guilty about taking PTO.  ( 34 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- BP Plc’s former Chief Executive Officer Bernard Looney will forfeit as much as £32.4 million ($40.6 million) in pay after resigning in September because he lied about his personal relationships with other employees. Most Read from BloombergJPMorgan Is in a Fight Over Its Client’s Lost $50 Million FortuneTesla Recalls 2 Million Cars to Fix Autopilot Safety FlawsArgentina’s Milei Devalues Peso by 54% in First Batch of Shock MeasuresGoldman Trader Paid $100 Million Since 2020 Is Step  ( 35 min )

As the defense wraps up its case in former President Donald Trump's ongoing fraud trial, a past tax dispute between Trump and renowned investor Warren Buffett has resurfaced, highlighting the complexities of tax laws and the conduct of high-profile people in finance and politics. During a critical presidential debate in 2016, Trump, then the Republican candidate, made a bold accusation involving his Democratic rival Hilary Clinton and implicating Buffett in the process. He asserted, “Many of her  ( 35 min )

When planning for retirement, a $250,000 annuity can be a significant asset, offering a reliable income stream. The monthly income you can expect from such an annuity depends on various factors, including your age at the time of annuitization and the specifics of the annuity contract. Don’t Miss: The average American couple has saved this much money for retirement — How do you compare? Can you guess how many Americans successfully retire with $1,000,000 saved? The percentage may shock you. Why C  ( 35 min )

Rates on 30-year mortgages have plummeted over the last few weeks. They eased by 3 basis points on Tuesday, idling within the lowest range we've seen in four months.  ( 21 min )

Pfizer shares tumbled after releasing 2024 profit and revenue guidance below estimates as demand declines for its COVID-19 products.  ( 20 min )

A Gordon Haskett analyst noticed something odd about U.S. Steel’s plane. It was in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday.  ( 22 min )

It's up over 200% in 12 months, and it should have more room to grow.  ( 37 min )

The tech giant's consulting arm has booked billions' worth of business in a surprising way.  ( 36 min )

Pfizer stock was trading at a 10-year low on Wednesday after the pharmaceutical company revised its 2024 guidance. Its new earnings and revenue projections were below expectations, although it raised its cost-saving targets.  ( 24 min )

Despite being up over 30,000% in the past 10 years, Celsius stock still has a lot of growth potential.  ( 35 min )

The emergence of genomic medicine as a viable modality could transform this midcap biotech into the next Amgen.  ( 36 min )

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Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) shares have benefited massively from the AI boom, rallying 112% this year. On chart shows why.  ( 35 min )

The investment firm put a $1,500 price target on the stock for 2026.  ( 37 min )

Pfizer said revenue could fall next year, weighed down by a continued slowdown in demand for the pharmaceutical company’s Covid-19 vaccine and related products.  ( 30 min )

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Bill Ackman, who has been calling for Harvard to oust its president over antisemitism, took to X Tuesday night to share another complaint about his alma mater. The billionaire investor is frustrated with Harvard’s handling of a  ( 24 min )

Focus is on the Fed's last policy decision of 2023, with investors on alert for signs of an end to interest-rate hikes.  ( 39 min )

Truist Securities analyst Joel Fishbein initiates coverage of Microsoft with a Buy rating.  ( 21 min )

AT&T illustrates the difference a big dividend can make over time. But there is more to this story.  ( 36 min )

It's got its faults to be sure. For now and the foreseeable future, though, the tobacco giant has much to offer newcomers.  ( 37 min )

Apple isn't the only red-hot growth stock that's held in the Berkshire Hathaway portfolio.  ( 37 min )

Shares in this cruise ship operator have soared in 2023. But is it a value trap for investors?  ( 36 min )

LifeMD and Medifast are teaming up to offer a ‘transformative weight management solution.’  ( 20 min )

These AI-powered technology powerhouses can generate solid long-term returns.  ( 37 min )

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Which of these out-of-favor EV makers is a better turnaround play?  ( 37 min )

Pfizer stock was falling early Wednesday after the pharmaceutical company revised its guidance for 2024.  ( 21 min )

Employees aren't quitting, so bosses are making performance reviews more stringent to separate high and low performers.  ( 35 min )

Pfizer said revenue could fall next year, weighed down by a continued slowdown in demand for the pharmaceutical company’s Covid-19 vaccine and related products.  ( 27 min )

Nikola and Fisker are working to capture an innovative market opportunity.  ( 34 min )

Compared to many retirees, you are in an enviable position with $1 million socked away in your IRA at 70. Still, living a secure, comfortable retirement that can last two decades or more takes planning. Making sure your nest egg lasts requires assessing your personal situation, balancing risk, securing reliable income streams and understanding how […] The post I’m 70 With $1 Million in an IRA. How Do I Make Sure This Money Lasts the Rest of My Life? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 36 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Even a slight push back from the Federal Reserve on interest-rate cuts could unravel the relentless stock rally since late October.Most Read from BloombergJPMorgan Is in a Fight Over Its Client’s Lost $50 Million FortuneGoldman Trader Paid $100 Million Since 2020 Is Stepping DownArgentina’s Milei Devalues Peso by 54% in First Batch of Shock MeasuresNetflix Posts Viewer Data on Every Show, Film for First TimeRaimondo Vows ‘Strongest Possible’ Action on Huawei’s Chip BreakthroughEqu  ( 36 min )

The company's business has exploded over the last decade and could continue delivering stellar gains well into the future.  ( 37 min )

Pfizer on Wednesday forecast 2024 revenue that was below Wall Street expectations, and increased its target for cost cuts by $500 million. The U.S. drugmaker expects its annual revenue to be in the range of $58.5 billion to $61.5 billion compared with analysts' average estimate of $63.07 billion.  ( 34 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Economy chief Luis Caputo spent the better part of his first televised address explaining how Argentina got into such a dire economic situation: an “addiction” to debt, for which the only medicine is a shock treatment.Most Read from BloombergJPMorgan Is in a Fight Over Its Client’s Lost $50 Million FortuneGoldman Trader Paid $100 Million Since 2020 Is Stepping DownArgentina’s Milei Devalues Peso by 54% in First Batch of Shock MeasuresNetflix Posts Viewer Data on Every Show, Film f  ( 37 min )

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This fintech disruptor has performed incredibly well in 2023, but here are three things I think we'll see in 2024.  ( 36 min )

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The stock looks badly oversold, and a rally could be in the cards for Medical Properties stock next year.  ( 36 min )

Alphabet and C3.ai are standout opportunities for investors interested in the generative AI space.  ( 38 min )

The insurer is the latest to be hit with a suit over its use of algorithms to appraise claims.  ( 35 min )

Discover how the latest market trends are shaping investment opportunities in 2023's evolving tech landscape. You don't need a barrel full of cash to get started with these investments.  ( 38 min )

Both of these two AI stocks have been sizzling hot in 2023.  ( 37 min )

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Barring some outliers, the US large cap pharmaceutical group has underperformed the broader markets this year. In a setting characterized by formidable macro factors, such as economic growth trends and the trajectory of interest rates, Goldman Sachs’ Chris Shibutani says the group has shown it is “unstable on a defensive basis.” That has led to the overall lackluster performance in the market and has resulted in “steeper than average levels of relative valuation discounts.” For instance, while n  ( 40 min )

Higher interest rates make big payments in future look less expensive now  ( 30 min )

A small amount of money can go a long way when it's invested in industry-leading innovators.  ( 38 min )

Altria offers a massive 9.5% dividend yield, which is attracting a lot of attention. Be sure you know what you are buying.  ( 36 min )

Both AI stocks performed well in 2023, but there is a clear winner in the competition for which to buy right now.  ( 38 min )

CyberArk, Zscaler, and SentinelOne are all great stock-buying plays on this booming market.  ( 37 min )

This artificial intelligence growth stock could soar during the next bull market.  ( 38 min )

Berkshire Hathaway should collect around $6 billion in dividend income over the next 12 months. More than half of it will come from four well-known companies.  ( 39 min )

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Boeing, American Airlines, Royal Caribbean, and Carnival have the cash flow to resume making payouts to shareholders. It would help their stock price, too.  ( 25 min )

Self driving cars capture imaginations. The technology, however, has been stubbornly difficult to develop.  ( 33 min )

A winding down of the post-pandemic spending frenzy is hitting European luxury companies from LVMH to Kering, but none more than Farfetch, an e-commerce pioneer. Founded in 2007, Farfetch is one of the few global online retailers of high-end merchandise from a range of labels, such as a $5,690 Saint Laurent wool coat and a $5,900 white gold De Beers diamond necklace. Lately, Farfetch has been touting discounts of up to 45% off clothing and accessories from a number of smaller brands - Diesel, Balmain, Lanvin and Balenciaga among them.  ( 36 min )

Beijing is ripping up the playbook for handling international debt defaults.  ( 30 min )

China's banks will lose more than what US banks lost during the 2008 crisis, Hayman Capital CIO Kyle Bass said.  ( 34 min )

A surge of "invisible" demand from emerging markets is in store, keeping peak crude demand from arriving anytime soon, JPMorgan's Christyan Malek said.  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Just two days after taking office, Javier Milei’s government announced 10 new measures to pull Argentina’s economy out of its funk. It may prove too little for investors who have been sending the country’s assets rallying on the firebrand president’s promises.Most Read from BloombergJPMorgan Is in a Fight Over Its Client’s Lost $50 Million FortuneGoldman Trader Paid $100 Million Since 2020 Is Stepping DownArgentina’s Milei Devalues Peso by 54% in First Batch of Shock MeasuresNetfl  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Argentina devalued the peso by 54% and announced a swath of spending cuts as the first steps of President Javier Milei’s shock-therapy program to rescue the nation’s troubled economy. Most Read from BloombergJPMorgan Is in a Fight Over Its Client’s Lost $50 Million FortuneGoldman Trader Paid $100 Million Since 2020 Is Stepping DownRaimondo Vows ‘Strongest Possible’ Action on Huawei’s Chip BreakthroughNetflix Posts Viewer Data on Every Show, Film for First TimeTraders Betting Fed P  ( 36 min )

Custom basket ETFs are exchange-traded funds taking advantage of the SEC’s “ETF Rule” passed in 2019. Learn more here.  ( 23 min )

It’s possible to buy ETFs for your Roth IRA. Choosing the right ones can be an inexpensive way to build a diversified retirement portfolio.  ( 24 min )

Shares of Etsy fell after the e-commerce company announced layoffs of 225 employees, including its Chief Marketing Officer.  ( 18 min )

Your money personality type helps you shape your spending, saving, and investing.  ( 23 min )

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are ideal instruments for beginning traders and investors. Learn the seven best strategies for trading ETFs.  ( 25 min )

Top rates for 3-year and 5-year CDs fell, but you can still get shorter terms at the industry-leading APY of 5.76% from TotalDirectBank and Dow Credit Union.  ( 19 min )

The best CD rates have skyrocketed to historic highs this year. But will they start coming down in 2024? Here's what we learned from the Fed today.  ( 18 min )

If you need to borrow money to cover unexpected costs or even something related to work, you may want to ask about employee loans.  ( 24 min )

The S&P 500 gained 1.4% on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023, after the Federal Reserve indicated that it anticipates interest rate cuts next year.  ( 18 min )

Intel is set to launch its latest processors designed to power artificial intelligence (AI) systems at an event Thursday that could solidify the chipmaker's standing as a benefactor of the AI boom alongside competitors like Nvidia and AMD.  ( 21 min )

Maximizing your 401(k) involves understanding the investments offered, which are best suited for you, and how to manage them, among other strategies.  ( 31 min )

A Simple Agreement for Future Tokens (SAFT) is an investment contract offered by cryptocurrency developers to accredited investors.  ( 23 min )

Here’s how to take advantage of the special tax and withdrawal rules on Roth 401(k) retirement plans to get the most from your investment.  ( 27 min )

The 16th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution states, "The Congress shall have the power to lay and collect taxes on incomes, from whatever source derived."  ( 24 min )

Tax avoidance is the use of legal methods to reduce the amount of income tax that an individual or business owes.  ( 28 min )

Vertex Pharmaceuticals shares hit a record high after the results of a pain medicine study and announcing a gene-editing technology agreement.  ( 19 min )

Non-qualified stock options (NSOs) are an alternate way of compensating employees.  ( 24 min )

The Equal Credit Opportunity Act bans discrimination based on receiving public assistance like disability benefits. Learn how to get a personal loan while on disability.  ( 22 min )

Many clients are unprepared to handle taxes on their crypto investments. Having discussions ahead of time can limit unnecessary headaches.  ( 35 min )

Southwest shares tumbled after the air carrier raised its estimate for fuel costs and reduced its outlook for long-term capacity.  ( 18 min )

Unlike IRA contributions, 401(k) contributions generally must be paid during the calendar year to be deductible from that year's income.  ( 24 min )

China's decision to devalue its currency in 2015 had positive and negative effects on economies around the world for many years. Learn more about the long-term impact.  ( 27 min )

Learn about the differences between adjusted gross income (AGI) and net income, two terms that are sometimes synonymous but can be used differently.  ( 26 min )

In 2023, you can contribute up to $6,000, or $7,000 if you’re age 50 or older, to all of your Roth and traditional IRA accounts.  ( 32 min )

We'll show you how to set yourself up to retire in style.  ( 28 min )

One thing that improves with age is creditworthiness. Here's a breakdown of average credit scores for Gen Z, millennials, Gen X, and beyond.  ( 25 min )

Traditional and Roth IRAs offer a tax-advantaged way to save for retirement, but there are contribution limits and strict rules regarding withdrawals.  ( 28 min )

The Fed had raised rates several times in 2023 to combat inflation before pausing late in the year. Are they likely to begin cutting rates in the new year?  ( 29 min )

Google, Meta and other tech companies launched the Coalition for Open Digital Ecosystems, as the European Union ramps up efforts to regulate technology giants.  ( 19 min )

Broadcom shares extended gains Wednesday to hit another record high after analysts raised their price target on the stock.  ( 18 min )

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday held its key interest rate where it’s been since July, at its highest since 2001.  ( 19 min )

A tax shield is a reduction in taxable income by claiming allowable deductions such as mortgage interest and medical expenses.  ( 24 min )

The industry life cycle traces the evolution of a given industry based on the business characteristics commonly displayed in each phase, from startup to decline.  ( 24 min )

Globalization, or the increasing integration of economies around the world, is a complex phenomenon with a long history. Learn more about how it started.  ( 25 min )

Finance majors can earn lucrative salaries in careers such as financial planning, management consulting, wealth management, and investment banking.  ( 26 min )

A tax expense is a tax liability that is owed to a federal, state, or city government for a given period of time. Learn when this might apply to your taxes.  ( 24 min )

The Producer Price Index for November registered wholesale prices as unchanged, while economists were expecting a slight uptick, as core prices rose slightly.  ( 19 min )

U.S. equities were slightly higher at midday Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023 ahead of a decision on interest rates from the Federal Reserve.  ( 18 min )

Automaker Tesla Inc. has announced it will recall most of its vehicles on the road in the U.S. because of problems with its Autosteer feature.  ( 19 min )

Indexes measuring the volume of mortgages for purchases and refinancing both perked up last week after mortgage rates dropped, the Mortgage Bankers Association said Wednesday.  ( 19 min )

Material participation tests are a set of IRS criteria used to determine the degree of participation in a trade, business, rental, or other income-producing activity.  ( 24 min )

Becoming a personal driver with Uber is a popular way to make extra money. Here’s a guide on what you need to become an Uber driver and how much money you could make.  ( 30 min )

The annual equivalent rate (AER) is the interest rate for a savings account or investment product that has more than one compounding period.  ( 26 min )

Rates on 30-year mortgages have plummeted over the last few weeks. They eased by 3 basis points on Tuesday, idling within the lowest range we've seen in four months.  ( 19 min )

The prime rate is the interest rate that commercial banks charge their most creditworthy customers.  ( 27 min )

Signature loans with no credit check are expensive and typically made just for the short-term. Find out how these loans work and much they may cost.  ( 24 min )

Pfizer shares tumbled after releasing 2024 profit and revenue guidance below estimates as demand declines for its COVID-19 products.  ( 18 min )

Cardano is a blockchain and smart contract platform whose native token is called Ada. Find out how Cardano works and how to earn rewards.  ( 25 min )

Rather than let your vacation home sit empty, you can rent it out and make a profit. But you'll need to consider the tax implications.  ( 24 min )

A deposit slip is a paper form that a bank customer includes when depositing funds into a bank account. It cites the depositor's account number and the amount deposited  ( 23 min )

The Human Development Index (HDI) is a tool to measure human prosperity. Learn how it works, as well as the criticisms and limitations of how it is used.  ( 24 min )

Barclays offers a competitive APY on its single savings account, which is light on restrictions and fees. Learn more about Barclays Online Savings Account to see if it’s right for you.  ( 22 min )